Is there a way to end Russia's war on Ukraine now?

Simon Smith, chair of the Chatham House Ukraine Forum, explains why there is still much to do before a peace deal can be considered to end the war.

Interview Video Updated 3 October 2023 3 minute watch

Is there a way to end Russia's war on Ukraine now?

— Simon Smith, chair of the Chatham House Ukraine Forum, explains why there is still much to do before a peace deal can be considered to end the war.

As Russia’s war on Ukraine moves into a second year, there has been an upsurge in arguments for urgent action to find a solution to the conflict.

Simon explains that, although the impulse to find ways of stopping the war is understandable and deserves respect, it can produce ideas that could – either soon or over time – prolong or renew the conflict rather than solve it.

Read Simon’s expert comment on this issue.