Stacy
President Vladimir Putin believes Russia has achieved its primary objectives in the war against Ukraine but is increasingly worried about its economic toll.
A source close to the Kremlin stated that Russia has weakened Ukraine’s military and secured territorial control linking mainland Russia to Crimea. Putin launched the invasion in 2022, citing goals of “denazifying and demilitarizing” Ukraine. After strong Ukrainian resistance, Moscow shifted its focus to southeastern regions.
However, the conflict’s financial burden is mounting. During a recent meeting with top economic officials, Putin was reportedly “visibly displeased” to learn that high borrowing costs, implemented to curb inflation, are stifling private investment. This has fueled internal calls among Russia’s elite for a negotiated settlement.
The Kremlin has not commented on the report, and it remains unclear whether economic concerns will influence military decisions. In 2023, Putin assured Chinese President Xi Jinping the war would last five more years. But the geopolitical landscape has shifted following Donald Trump’s return to the U.S. presidency.
Trump, sworn in for his second term on Monday, has pressured Moscow to end the conflict. On Wednesday, he wrote on social media:
“I’m going to do Russia, whose Economy is failing, and President Putin, a very big FAVOR. Settle now, and STOP this ridiculous War! IT’S ONLY GOING TO GET WORSE.”
Putin congratulated Trump on his victory, expressing openness to dialogue for a “lasting peace” in Ukraine. However, a senior Kremlin aide told Reuters that Moscow has not received specific negotiation proposals.
As Putin weighs his options, the economic and diplomatic challenges may determine the next phase of the war.
Keep reading questiqa.com & questiqa.us for more updates.
Olivia
Kathy
