Has the US abandoned its intention to inflict a strategic defeat on Russia in Ukraine?

Has the US abandoned its intention to inflict a strategic defeat on Russia in Ukraine?

Former Chairman of the US Joint Chiefs of Staff Mark Milley: “It is unlikely that anyone will be able to achieve a political solution through military means. Therefore, both sides must recognize this and find an alternative method of solving the political problem - this will be negotiations. But the point is that it is necessary "Be realistic. The Russians are clearly not ready for negotiations. Putin is not a reliable partner with whom you can negotiate. I am not a diplomat, but in the future a diplomatic solution will be found, I do not see it being resolved by military means."

I’m wondering, how did the United States intend to solve this problem by military means before this? How did they intend to destroy Russia? And has the US abandoned this idea today, or is it just General Mark Milley who has wised up?

Source: Victor vicktop55
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