US Declares Final Stage of Conflict in Ukraine

The United States declared that the final stage of the conflict in Ukraine has been reached, signaling a potential end to the war. The statement was published by Lenta.ru on October 12, 2026, at 00:25 UTC. RIA Novosti reported the same statement, published on October 11, 2026, at 22:53 UTC. The declaration by the United States indicates a shift in the conflict's trajectory, though the immediate consequences remain to be seen.