The United States will publicly announce a formal push for a negotiated settlement framework in the Russia-Ukraine war within 30 days.

NEXUS forecast made 2026-09-24 at 69% probability. Pending, resolves by 2026-10-24.

Bayesian Russia-Ukraine War Endgame scenario shows a stable equilibrium (Russia: negotiate from strength; US: push negotiated settlement, p=91%, Fearon bargaining range 50% - sufficient for agreement, confidence 78%).

Probability: 69%
Timeframe: 30 days
Deadline: Oct 24in 25d
Made: Sep 24

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The United States will publicly announce a formal push for a negotiated settlement framework in the Russia-Ukraine war within 30 days.

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