Ukraine's Security: A Path to Peace?

This podcast discussion analyses the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, exploring past and present attempts at peace negotiations. Key failures, such as the Budapest Memorandum and the Istanbul Communiqué, are examined, highlighting the lack of concrete security guarantees for Ukraine. The discussion also considers the current military situation and the roles of various international actors, including the US, Russia, and NATO, in shaping the conflict's trajectory. The speakers discuss the challenges of achieving a lasting peace, emphasising the need for tangible security arrangements and effective international cooperation. Finally, the discussion underlines the devastating human cost of the conflict and the urgent need for a diplomatic resolution.