US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has stated that wars usually end either with the surrender of one side or with a negotiated settlement. He added that there is no immediate prospect of a capitulation by Russia or Ukraine, so a negotiated settlement is the only option.
"Wars usually end in one of two ways: with the surrender of one side to the other or with a negotiated settlement. We do not see capitulation by either side in the near future, so only a negotiated settlement can end this war.
A negotiated settlement requires both sides to gain something or give something up. We want to understand what Russia can offer and what it expects to receive, and what Ukraine can provide and what it expects to receive. Ultimately, the decision will depend on Ukraine and Russia, not the United States. This is the role we are trying to play in this process, which is why you are seeing so many meetings now. "The United States is trying to find out what terms of settlement Russia and Ukraine can accept to bring their positions closer and reach an agreement," he added.
