Putin's war plans: Russian oligarchs refute dreams of peace!

Putin's war plans: Russian oligarchs refute dreams of peace!

Vladimir Putin shows no interest in peace negotiations in the Ukraine conflict. According to reports from NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and oligarch Konstantin Malofeyev, the Russian president intends to continue his aggressive foreign policy. Malofeev said that Putin's negotiations with US President-elect Donald Trump will ultimately be a farce. “Keith Kellogg comes to Moscow with his plan, we listen to him and then tell him to go to hell,” said the oligarch. Apparently, the conditions for an end to the war published by Russia are just a cover for Ukraine's complete surrender, reported Today.at.

Putin's refusal to accept a real peace process could have serious consequences for Ukraine and the geopolitical situation in general. Malofeyev, seen as Putin's mouthpiece, suggested that Russia would only be willing to negotiate if the US withdrew support for Ukraine and accepted Volodymyr Zelensky's removal as a prerequisite for peace. Given the potential power shifts that could result from Trump's upcoming presidency, Malofeyev sees no prospect of constructive talks unless Russia's conditions are met. Putin intends to continue pursuing his military ambitions, despite the devastating losses Russia has already suffered News.de reported.

Russia's steady armament continues, even as the economy suffers from the pressure of international sanctions. Malofeyev, however, indicated that these sanctions largely do not affect the Russian population and drummed for a stronger common front between Russia and other authoritarian states. A lasting peace is not desirable for Putin, as the authoritarian regimes would strengthen rather than weaken in the current conflict situation. This represents a clear challenge to any future peace agreement and highlights how fragile the situation in the Ukraine conflict really is.