By failing to act boldly and face down the Russians, Nato ensures this conflict will run and run
, meanwhile, cast themselves as innocent victims of a far-off conflict that has nothing to do with them.
Where does it leave the west? Afraid, in equal measure, of victory and defeat, and hoping for some form of shabby compromise. Ostensibly clarifying US war aims last week, he insisted Russia that must “pay a heavy price”. If it went unpunished, it would “open the door to aggression elsewhere, with catastrophic consequences the world over”.
Contradicting recent Pentagon statements, Biden insisted: “We do not want to prolong the war just to inflict pain on Russia.” He ignored hawkish UKmaximalist demand for a full Russian retreat from Crimea and all of Donbas. And where does it leave the west? Afraid, in equal measure, of victory and defeat, and hoping, fingers crossed, for some form of shabby compromise – if Ukraine can avoid capitulation and if Putin ultimately condescends to accept territory and immunity in return for halting the horror.
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Timid Biden condemns Ukrainians to an agonising war without end | Simon TisdallBy failing to act boldly and face down the Russians, Nato ensures this conflict will run and run
Read more »
The ‘lies’ are starting to ‘catch up’ with Joe Biden
Read more »
Recent Biden claim created ‘awkward moments’ for new White House Press Secretary
Read more »
Joe Biden confirms 'possibility' of trip to Saudi ArabiaPresident Joe Biden publicly acknowledged on Friday that he may travel to Saudi Arabia soon, a trip that multiple sources say is expected and could include talks with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
Read more »
To avoid ‘historic shellacking’ in midterms, Biden is promoting a sunny view of US economyMuch of America does not seem to be buying the optimistic vision that Biden and his team are selling
Read more »
Biden brushes off Elon Musk's warnings about the economyJoe Biden brushed off economic warnings from Elon Musk and JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon as he touted May's jobs report, saying the nation is likely to see more moderate gains as his administration struggles to get a handle on high inflation. 9News
Read more »