World leaders need to pay heed: the escalation in Ukraine is inching closer to a point of no return. The current trajectory, with NATO’s increasing involvement and provision of heavy weaponry, is pushing the conflict into uncharted territory. Despite grand claims of Ukrainian resilience, the ground realities are hard to ignore—Ukraine is losing this war. The endless flow of advanced military equipment and expanded attacks on major Russian cities only serve to worsen the situation.

One wonders, what does the West envision as the endgame here? Certainly, any hopes of regime change in Russia seem overly optimistic, if not entirely misguided. Russia, under Putin’s leadership, is far from retreating, and with Ukraine losing momentum on the battlefield, this crisis looks more like a prolonged catastrophe than a strategic victory for either side.

And then, there’s the risk of Putin deciding to retaliate without restraint. Should that happen, the consequences will ripple across the globe. Russia’s military capacity remains formidable, and if pushed further, the entire region could be engulfed in devastation, which could extend far beyond Eastern Europe. This is not merely a regional war; it’s a conflict with global implications. With each passing day, the stakes are rising.

The world cannot afford such instability. Leaders must explore diplomatic channels before it is too late. Prolonging this conflict, in the guise of supporting Ukraine, only ensures greater devastation for all involved. It’s high time for reason and diplomacy to take the front seat, or else we are hurtling toward a future where the fallout from this war could reshape the world order in ways that are deeply concerning.