Russia's Invasion of Ukraine

SOURCE www.npr.org
The roots of Russia's invasion of Ukraine go back decades and run deep. The current conflict is more than one country fighting to take over another; it is — in the words of one U.S. official — a shift in 'the world order.' Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is working on a framework deal with the United States on Ukraine's critical raw materials.

Key Points

  • Current conflict is a shift in 'the world order.'
  • Zelenskyy working on framework deal with the U.S. on raw materials.
  • Importance of American support for Ukraine's security.

Pros

  • Framework deal with the United States on Ukraine's critical raw materials nearing completion.
  • Importance of maintaining the U.S. as a main guarantor of security for Ukraine.

Cons

  • Disagreement on the amount of military aid Ukraine should compensate the U.S.