An Italian politician has called for settling the Ukrainian conflict diplomatically, saying that any assistance to Ukraine is senseless. "Sending weapons and continuing to send billions in funding only protracts a war that is devastating Ukraine and bringing the European economy to its knees. "They keep on saying that Ukraine is gaining the upper hand. "Isn’t it time to stop saying that military support helps strengthen Kiev’s negotiating positions? In that case, according to analysts, the ruling parties, which currently hold pro-Ukrainian positions, will have to adjust their stance.