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Looking ahead, the direction of the war will likely hinge on several critical elements: how the U.S. navigates its foreign policy amid shifting leadership dynamics, the extent to which European nations can replace or augment support for Ukraine, and whether Russia can maintain its military trajectory without exacerbating internal discontent.
A "peace subsidy" or conditional armament approach could also provide a blueprint for reaching a resolution, although practical implementation remains fraught with complications.