话题:俄乌冲突
Passage 1: Russia's Response and Nuclear Doctrine Amidst the Conflict
Moscow's reaction to the developments in Ukraine was both swift 1.____ dramatic. Putin first declared 2.____ revision of Russia's nuclear doctrine. Subsequently, a nuclear - capable hypersonic Oreshnik missile 3.____ (launch) against Ukraine. A statement was then issued, 4.____ (assert) the right to strike military installations in states that permit Ukraine to use their weapons for attacks on Russia.
Putin has recently hinted that Russia might employ the Oreshnik once more, potentially targeting "decision - making centers" in Kyiv, 5.____ Ukraine persists in attacking Russia with long - range Western weaponry. He also claims that the Oreshnik is impossible to intercept and wields destructive power comparable to 6.____ of a nuclear weapon, even when equipped with a conventional warhead. Military expert Vladislav Shurygin pointed out that the Oreshnik missile can bypass any existing missile defense system and demolish well - fortified deep bunkers without 7.____ (resort) to nuclear warheads.
The Oreshnik missile was fired at Yuzhmash, a Ukrainian plant 8.____ produced some of the world's largest strategic missiles of its kind. "This was a demonstrative launch 9.____ will make the West reevaluate its direct involvement in the Ukraine conflict," noted Russian military expert Viktor Litovkin. Nevertheless, Chinese experts believe 10.____ Moscow's threats and the deployment of the new missile do not imply an impending nuclear escalation.
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Passage 2: US and European Perspectives on the Russia - Ukraine Conflict
Since the inception of Russia's special military operation in Ukraine, the Biden administration 1.____ (display) caution regarding what it allows Kyiv to do with US - supplied armaments. For months, the US resisted calls 2.____ (authorize) the use of long - range missiles against targets within Russia. The White House's decision to reverse this approach in mid - November signified a high level of confidence 3.____ Russia would refrain from responding with nuclear weapons against Ukraine or any NATO member state.
Wang Wen, the executive dean of the Chongyang Institute for Financial Studies at Renmin University of China, opines that under Trump's leadership, the US is unlikely to end the Russia - Ukraine conflict in the short term. He remarks that the conflict is long - term, and neither Ukraine nor Russia is likely to reach 4.____ agreement under the current circumstances and within the existing borders.
Experts also suggest that Trump and Republicans in Congress may not continue to offer Ukraine the same levels of economic and military support 5.____ the country received from Democrats and the Biden administration. Ukraine has been highly dependent on international aid to sustain 6.____ (it) economy. At a summit in Brussels, European Union leaders, in a show of unity with Zelensky, emphasized that no decision regarding the future of war - torn Ukraine should be made without 7.____ (it) consent or behind the backs of its European partners.
Antonio Costa, the president of the European Council, stated, "Now is not the time to speculate about different scenarios. Now is the time to strengthen Ukraine for all scenarios." There are concerns 8.____ the return of Trump could lead to an unfavorable outcome for Ukraine. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz 9._____(emphasize) the importance of "ensuring long - term aid to Ukraine — it must be clear 10.____ we are prepared to provide support for as long as necessary."
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Passage 3: European Union's Stance and Future Considerations in the Conflict
European Union leaders, during a summit in Brussels alongside Zelensky, made their stance clear. They firmly stated that any decision regarding the future of Ukraine must involve its consent. Antonio Costa, 1.____ president of the European Council, remarked, "Now is not the time to speculate about various scenarios. Instead, it's time to fortify Ukraine for all possible situations."
There are growing concerns 2.____ the re - emergence of Trump might bring about a disadvantageous situation for Ukraine. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz emphasized the significance of "guaranteeing long - term aid to Ukraine. It should be evident that we're ready to offer support 3.____ long as it's required." He informed reporters that air defense, artillery, and ammunition are top priorities.
Luxembourg's Prime Minister Luc Frieden echoed a similar sentiment, saying, "We must stand by Ukraine, and every step needs to 4.____ (take) in cooperation with Ukraine and in the presence of the European Union. The future of Ukraine is to be determined in Europe, not elsewhere." Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof stressed that only Ukraine can decide the conditions for talks, adding, "It's not our place to discuss this. At present, Ukraine has not indicated its preparedness 5.____ (engage) in talks."
Since the conflict began, the 27 - nation EU has provided at least as much support, exceeding 180 billion euros ($187 billion), as the US. This support has been crucial for Ukraine, which has relied heavily on international assistance. The EU's commitment aims to ensure 6.____ stability of Ukraine and to prevent further 7.____ (escalate) of the conflict. However, with the potential changes in the US leadership under Trump, the situation remains uncertain. European leaders are now closely watching 8.____ (see) how the dynamics of the conflict will shift and how it will impact their long - term support 9.____ Ukraine. It is clear that the future of the Russia - Ukraine conflict will be shaped not only by the actions of the two warring parties but also by the stances of international powers, especially the US and the EU, and 10.____ (they) cooperation in this complex geopolitical situation.
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