Two years into the conflict, Russia's attack on Ukraine continues to be a grim reality. The New York Times recently highlighted the lack of optimism surrounding the situation, with many Western officials and analysts suggesting that the best Ukraine can hope for in 2024 is to hold the line.
The White House is now seeking tens of billions more in aid for Ukraine, prompting questions about the conflict's resolution. Despite initial predictions of Ukraine falling quickly to Russia, the country has shown resilience by reclaiming half of the territory occupied by Russia in the early stages of the war.
