Putin's plan: Demobilize the West, rally new allies
The Institute for the Study of War indicates that Russia is counting on demobilizing the West from assisting Ukraine. This, plus diverting attention from the realities of the combat situation, is said to be Putin's plan for winning the war.
What do you need to know?
- Russia is attempting to demobilize Western countries to halt military aid to Ukraine. This is a key element of the Kremlin's strategy.
- According to the Institute for the Study of War, Putin is also trying to divert attention from the combat situation.
- Russia is building partnerships with China, Iran, and North Korea to avoid diplomatic isolation and present itself as a nation with powerful allies.
The report from the Institute for the Study of War highlights that Russia aims to influence Western countries to cease military aid to Ukraine. Analysts emphasize that Putin is determined to divert attention from the realities of the combat situation, which is Russia's main hope for victory.
Moreover, the Kremlin employs aggressive rhetoric and shelling to undermine Ukrainian morale.
"Putin continues to demonstrate his willingness to achieve his war aims militarily through a prolonged war in Ukraine during which Russian forces would continue to only make gradual, creeping advances," reads the report. This comment also appeared on the ISW profile on X.
Does Russia have powerful allies? Attempting to overcome diplomatic isolation
Russia seeks to form partnerships with China, Iran, and North Korea to counter diplomatic isolation.
This strategy aims to show that Russia has strong, determined allies.
Meanwhile, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced a proposal for another round of peace talks with Ukraine. The meeting is scheduled for June 2 in Istanbul. The Russian delegation, led by Vladimir Medinsky, is prepared to present a memorandum to the Ukrainian side.
