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The invasion of Ukraine by Russian forces in February 2022 created a new era of great power competition and geopolitical struggle. The conflict is drawing assets and attention from Washington and Moscow, opening the world to opportunities for China and other states to gain influence. Beijing is the conflict’s primary beneficiary as it has increased its source of energy and raw materials, while the West and Russia have incurred significant costs. The economic burden is falling on European, African, and Middle Eastern states. India will maintain its neutrality and maintain its military ties to Russia. The states not directly affected by the conflict are unlikely to be drawn into the Western side. The Russian invasion of Ukraine will further complicate American foreign relations and make it more difficult to gain international support for its positions. Washington will need to re-vise its strategic approach to deal with additional …