Russian officials have begun making statements hinting at a possible end to the war against Ukraine. According to Russian intelligence officials, the occupying forces allegedly have the strategic initiative across the entire front, which they believe is a prerequisite for achieving the Kremlin's goals.
Russia has unexpectedly announced that it is “close to achieving the goal” of its so-called special operation in Ukraine. This is how Putin’s regime calls the war.
The corresponding statement was made by the Director of the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service, Sergei Naryshkin, in a comment to Russian propaganda media. According to him, the occupation army allegedly gained the strategic initiative on all fronts.
“Russia is close to achieving its goal, the strategic initiative in all areas belongs to the Russian military,” Naryshkin said.
In addition, the head of the Russian special services also argues that "the Armed Forces of Ukraine are on the verge of collapse, and the Zelenskyy regime has completely lost its legitimacy and ability to negotiate.".
“Peace” talks with Russia – latest news
The Wall Street Journal recently reported that Ukraine has begun talks with the Trump team about ending the war. According to the publication, Kyiv is trying to resolve differences on the issue of resolving the war before Trump takes office.
We also reported that NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte suggested that Ukraine postpone any peace talks with Russia. In his opinion, Kyiv should decide for itself when it is ready to start negotiations with Russia. Trump personally called for negotiations.
Instead, the Russian dictator's press secretary, Dmitry Peskov, said that the Kremlin had "carefully studied" the statement by newly elected US President Donald Trump that it was necessary to begin negotiations to end the war in Ukraine. He noted that Vladimir Putin had repeatedly said that Russia was "open to negotiations on Ukraine and welcomes peace initiatives.".
