Ad Bellum
- Just cause; no
- Last resort; no
- Proper authority; The war was no doubt authorised by the Russian government. This only counts as a tick box. If one takes the view that a war of aggression is illegal following that order is not a defence, therefore the war could be said to lack right authority as well
- Right intention; no
- Reasonable chance of success; no as it turns out to date, probably a surprise to those who launched it
In Bellum
- Discrimination; no
- Proportionality; no
- Individual responsibility; no
Post Bellum
Expecting reasonable terms from Russia is the triumph of hope over expectation and President Zolensy is to be congratulated and supported in keeping the lines of communication open