Steeled by years of confrontation, Moscow will not give up just anything in hope of future reciprocity
Moscow’s ability to support its regional partner, Iran, is coming under increasing strain
Putin faces constraints in responding to possible expanded US and allied military support for Ukraine
There is no indication that the Kremlin is ready to negotiate in good faith on Ukraine
The Kremlin autocrat once wanted to align with the US in fighting terrorism but is trapped in lies and paranoia
