Looking back, Stefanishyna told us, Zelensky and his aides hadn’t come prepared to make Ukraine’s case in a way that would resonate with Trump. Ukrainian strikes against Russian oil refineries and other infrastructure also bolstered the impression of momentum shifting in Ukraine’s favor. He enjoyed greater respect from Trump for Ukraine’s innovations and battlefield momentum, and better relations across Washington thanks to a well-regarded young ambassador. As if to emphasize the turnaround, Russia has intensified its missile strikes on Kyiv, taking advantage of Ukraine’s depleted air defenses. The post Ukraine’s Fleeting Turnaround appeared first on The Atlantic.