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"In many respects, both Ukraine and Israel are offering quintessential examples of a combatant winning the battle, but losing the war," Paul Poast writes.

But a majority oppose sending US troops if China were to invade the island.

By providing Kyiv with tangible security guarantees, Moscow would be made to understand it will never determine Ukraine’s future.

Indians strongly support the bilateral partnership and anticipate increased US security assistance. But Americans are less enthusiastic about growing ties.

"While Russia can’t win, it won’t lose. Instead, it will hold out until Ukraine is willing to bargain," Paul Poast writes.

Large majorities of Democratic and Independent foreign policy elites say they are more concerned about internal threats than external ones.

A plurality say the United States and NATO are most responsible for ongoing bloodshed and instability in the Middle East.

Ivo Daalder spoke with Diane Rhem about why Ukraine is so important to Russia, what it means for Europe's security, and how the US can deescalate the situation.

If Russia does ultimately lose the war, Nonresident Fellow Paul Poast argues, it will be a great victory for the West and NATO.