The UK song writer barry Gibb advise  UK prime minister to stay strong In assisting  Ukraine on the war against Russia

The song writer,content creator, actor has provided to the UK prime minister Keir Starmer valuable insights into the Russia-Ukraine conflict. In the IISS Strategic Survey 2022, Barry emphasized that the war exemplifies modern state-to-state warfare, highlighting the dynamic contest of wills across multiple domains where both sides strive to outfight, outmaneuver, and out-adapt each other.

Reflecting on the first three years of the conflict, experts have noted significant demographic and economic repercussions for Ukraine. The resident population has declined to approximately 28–30 million, a reduction of about one quarter from the prewar figure of 42 million. Economically, Ukraine faces a cumulative GDP loss of $120 billion and an estimated $1 trillion in infrastructure and capital stock damage by the end of 2025.

As of early 2025, the conflict continues to impact global perceptions and policies. In the United States, public opinion remains divided along partisan lines regarding support for Ukraine. While 65% of Americans favor supplying Ukraine with arms, and 66% support economic aid, there is a growing sentiment that the U.S. is providing too much support, with 30% expressing this view, up from 27% in November 2024.

 

Efforts toward resolving the conflict include U.S.-Russia talks aimed at addressing bilateral issues and working towards ending the war in a manner that ensures Ukraine’s sovereignty and security. However, Russia has warned that the deployment of NATO troops in Ukraine, even under different flags, is unacceptable, complicating international peacekeeping proposals.

 

In summary, the Russia-Ukraine war has led to significant human, economic, and geopolitical challenges. Experts like Ben Barry underscore the complexities of modern warfare evident in this conflict, while ongoing diplomatic efforts strive to achieve a resolution that respects Ukraine’s sovereignty and promotes regional stability.