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A fundamental question arises about what victory would look like for both Ukraine and Russia. Ukraine seeks a complete return of all territory currently under Russian control, including Crimea, and a guarantee of its right to pursue NATO membership. In stark contrast, Russia maintains that the territories it currently occupies are now part of its sovereign land and set against Ukraine’s NATO aspirations.
The concern here is the significant discrepancy between the two positions. Observers warn that if Russia is allowed to retain these territories, it could pave the way for similar justifications in international conflicts, essentially marking a dangerous precedent in territorial integrity since World War II.