Ukraine clashes reflect and worsen diplomatic impasse
Thursday, February 27, 2020
Subject
Ukraine fighting and diplomacy.
Significance
A recent upsurge in fighting in eastern Ukraine comes after talks mediated by Germany and France revived hopes of a political settlement. Despite this optimism, there is little common ground on the contours of an eventual deal.
Impacts
- Falling popularity ratings underline that the Ukrainian president has limited time in which to produce a deal.
- Elliptical comments by the president indicate he is at least considering a cabinet reshuffle.
- 'Grey zones' between the front lines will be areas of covert contestation.