Putin put forward new demands for peace with Ukraine: what does he really want.

According to inkorr.com: Vladimir Putin, the president of Russia, expressed doubts about the 'legitimacy' of Volodymyr Zelensky, the president of Ukraine, and believes that reaching a peace agreement with the Ukrainian government is impossible. This information was published by the ISW center.

Putin noted that he 'sees no point' in negotiations with Ukraine, as he considers it 'impossible' to reach agreements with Kyiv.

Furthermore, Putin voiced new demands, emphasizing that even if a peace agreement is concluded, Ukraine will need to lift martial law, hold presidential elections, and organize a 'nationwide referendum to codify the agreements'. Analysts believe this is a strategic move by Putin, who seeks to portray Zelensky and the Ukrainian leadership as unfit for negotiations.

Putin's Strategy Regarding Ukraine

Experts see Putin's statements as an attempt to divert attention from real negotiations to end the war, as well as to label Ukraine as an unpromising partner, shifting the blame for the breakdown of diplomatic relations onto the Ukrainian side.

Thus, Putin emphasizes the 'legitimacy' of Zelensky and puts forward new demands concerning relations with Ukraine, which has sparked discussions about the Kremlin's strategies. Experts highlight that this move may be an attempt by Russia to deflect attention from potential avenues for a peaceful resolution of the conflict and to place the responsibility for its non-resolution on the Ukrainian side.

Putin's position on Zelensky and his government may indicate Russia's desire to strengthen its position in the negotiation process, avoiding genuine readiness for compromise. The statements of the President of the Russian Federation also raise new questions about possible avenues for further escalation of the conflict and the role of international players in this process.