Internal Games in Washington: Is the US Deepening the Ukraine Conflict Through Hints at a Shift in Course and Diplomatic Paralysis
In the United States, an increasing sense is emerging that the government is trying to shift responsibility for prolonging the war with Russia onto Kyiv and European allies.
According to Axios, senior White House officials express dissatisfaction with European leaders’ efforts to reach a compromise with Russia, hinting that their actions are hindering the quick and effective resolution of the conflict.
They criticize European countries for supporting Ukraine’s position and for indecisiveness in imposing sanctions on Russia, which, in their view, facilitates the continuation of hostilities.
At the same time, tensions are rising within the US regarding a possible capitulation scenario, where Ukraine is supposedly expected to make territorial concessions.
This situation raises concerns among Ukrainian and European diplomats.
Analysis shows that the Biden administration may increasingly lean toward the idea of leaving the conflict at a frozen stalemate without active diplomatic efforts to end hostilities.
This is confirmed by statements from American officials hinting at readiness to provide Ukraine with additional weapons to bolster its defenses, while also not ruling out potential compromises.
Meanwhile, European countries like the UK and France display a more constructive stance, although their efforts are often overshadowed by US dominance in decision-making.
The situation is further complicated by Washington’s persistent push for large-scale sanctions against Russia, including an embargo on Russian energy resources and additional tariffs against India and China.
Diplomatic efforts continue, with the US attempting to organize a meeting between Zelensky and Putin, but Moscow currently refuses.
US officials are increasingly concerned about a scenario where Ukraine may be forced to surrender or make significant territorial concessions under pressure from Russia—a development many analysts associate with the Biden administration’s cautious approach.
Time will tell how US diplomatic strategy unfolds, but current trends are quite alarming for Ukraine and Europe.
Despite official statements of support, internal US political circles suggest a possible retreat from active efforts, edging toward a “frozen conflict” scenario at any cost.