Russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine has lasted longer than many observers anticipated. Yet as new crises emerge around the world, the war’s significance is often overshadowed. Its outcome remains critically important not only to the people of Ukraine, but beyond. Continued fighting will not only bring further civilian and military causalities, but will also shape the future of European and U.S. foreign policy for decades to come.
To understand an armed conflict, we must examine its origins, its trajectory, and its possible aftermath. The Russo-Ukrainian War offers a compelling case study in how diplomacy functions during both war and peace. Shifting political leadership, evolving foreign policy priorities, and the growing role of advanced technologies in warfare are all influencing the course of the conflict and the international response to it.
Join John J. Sullivan former U.S. Ambassador to Russia (ret.) and former Deputy Secretary of State, author of Midnight in Moscow, for a firsthand perspective on Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Having served in Moscow during the opening phase of the war, Ambassador Sullivan will reflect on his experiences as a diplomat, discuss the conflict’s origins and evolution, and offer insights into its possible future course and broader international implications.
Sponsored by the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership, the Contemporary International Relations Association (CIRA), and CREECA.
Please note start time: 6:00 PM with free reception from 5 PM Onwards.