The window for peace in Ukraine won’t be open forever

The window for a negotiated peace in Ukraine is closing, with an opportunity to freeze the conflict currently available. However, Russian President Vladimir Putin's "fantasy of total victory" poses a significant obstacle to achieving this. The current moment presents a chance to de-escalate, but this opportunity is not indefinite. The article suggests that if this chance is missed, the conflict could escalate further, making future peace talks more difficult. The author implies that diplomatic efforts are crucial now to prevent a prolonged and potentially more destructive war. The urgency stems from the belief that conditions favorable for a ceasefire might not persist, especially if one party remains committed to an unattainable military objective.