CNN predicted Putin's actions in case of Trump's victory.
Putin will not agree to sit at the negotiating table regardless of the US President-2024
Russian President Vladimir Putin will not be ready for negotiations to end Russia's war against Ukraine, regardless of who wins the US presidential elections in 2024 - Donald Trump or Kamala Harris. This is reported by CNN.
Russia is watching US politics very closely. If Harris wins, it is expected that she will continue Biden's policy of supporting Ukraine, though with some differences. While Trump advocates for ending support for Ukraine and claims he can settle the war "in one day." The terms of Trump's peace plan are very similar to Putin's wishes.
Analysts believe that American politics is at a crossroads, but this does not necessarily lead to complications in peace talks. There is currently no sign that Russia will be ready for negotiations, regardless of who will be the US president.
However, a reduction in US aid may affect the fighting. Also, the ongoing conflict between Russia and the West is an obstacle to straightforward negotiations between Moscow and Kyiv.
Analysts emphasize that Ukraine has insufficient resources to succeed on the battlefield. Ukrainians are exhausted, but they are not ready to agree to any conflict settlement. They know the harsh realities of the Russian occupation and are unwilling to submit.
In particular, Russia continues to attack civilians and civilian infrastructure. Also, Russian strikes on the Ukrainian energy system create problems for civilians.
Austin Jr. noted that Putin has not achieved his strategic goal in Ukraine.
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