▪️ "We intend to achieve our goals. Whether by peaceful or by military means, we will get there. The goals remain the same, they are clearly defined"; ▪️ The war will end immediately if Ukraine withdraws troops from the four regions "enshrined in the Constitution of the Russian Federation". ▪️ Zelensky's resignation is "not part of the Kremlin's demands", but any documents signed by him could be disputed because of his "illegitimacy"; ▪️ Putin respects Trump. They agree that refusing dialogue is absurd. The hypothetical meeting between Trump and Putin "should be productive" and "preparatory work is underway".
Translation: Putin just said that absolutely nothing has changed. Affirming a very low probability in the next two months.
Why do you think you're right?
Putin's spokesman in the interview to a French outlet:
▪️ "We intend to achieve our goals. Whether by peaceful or by military means, we will get there. The goals remain the same, they are clearly defined";
▪️ The war will end immediately if Ukraine withdraws troops from the four regions "enshrined in the Constitution of the Russian Federation".
▪️ Zelensky's resignation is "not part of the Kremlin's demands", but any documents signed by him could be disputed because of his "illegitimacy";
▪️ Putin respects Trump. They agree that refusing dialogue is absurd. The hypothetical meeting between Trump and Putin "should be productive" and "preparatory work is underway".
Translation: Putin just said that absolutely nothing has changed. Affirming a very low probability in the next two months.
Why might you be wrong?
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