Putin eyes ceasefire delay amid U.S.-Russia tension
Will Vladimir Putin accept the proposal for a 30-day ceasefire and join the negotiating table? Journalists from "The Washington Post" reveal that, for now, the Russian leader is likely to stall. The Kremlin aims to weaken the United States' negotiating position and also hopes to discuss the terms of the ceasefire in the conflict with Ukraine.
The United States and Ukraine have agreed on the details of the 30-day ceasefire. Now, the U.S. is expected to discuss this with Russia. According to "The Washington Post," the Kremlin plans to weaken the United States' negotiating stance. Russian intelligence services are anticipated to play a role in this effort.
American journalists obtained a report from a Russian think tank commissioned by the Kremlin. The report suggests that Russia intends to increase tensions between the USA, Ukraine, and allied countries. This strategy aims to undermine U.S. credibility and significantly pressure Donald Trump. According to the report, Russia has been engaging in these activities since the beginning of February.
Additionally, the report suggests that Vladimir Putin will continue to play for time during negotiations. During this period, Russia is expected to escalate its actions on the front lines and aim for the complete dismantling of Ukraine's current government. The Russian military will likely intensify its activities on the front in the coming days.
In the coming days, it is expected that there will be further airstrikes over Ukrainian cities, and Vladimir Putin's forces may attempt to retake parts of the Kursk region currently under Ukrainian control. The Russian leader has already stated that Ukrainian soldiers found on Russian territory will be treated not as prisoners of war but as terrorists.
