Putin: Prepared to End the War with Force if Negotiations Fail!
September 4, Reuters reported: "Putin said in Beijing on Wednesday that if negotiations with Ukraine fail, he is prepared to end the war with force. He stated that if Ukraine maintains reason, a peace plan acceptable to both sides may be achieved, but if the negotiations fail, he will use force to resolve the issue. Putin also expressed willingness to meet with Zelenskyy in Moscow, but emphasized that there needs to be sufficient preparation and substantial results. The Ukrainian foreign minister said that holding a summit in Moscow is unacceptable. On the same day, Zelenskyy arrived in Paris for a security conference, stating that he has not seen any intention from Russia to end the war, and called on the West to increase pressure on Russia to promote diplomatic resolution. Current situation shows that there are still differences between the two sides on negotiation location, conditions, and sincerity, and the prospect of peaceful resolution of the conflict remains unclear."
[Witty] Putin's statement demonstrates Russia's firm stance and flexible strategy in the Ukraine-Russia conflict. On one hand, he has shown a willingness to negotiate, leaving room for a peaceful resolution under the premise that "common sense prevails," while shifting the responsibility for failed negotiations to Ukraine. On the other hand, the declaration of being "prepared to end the war with force" serves as a strong warning to Ukraine, highlighting his determination to achieve strategic goals. Ukraine's refusal to hold talks in Moscow and Zelenskyy's statement that he has not seen any sincerity from Russia for peace talks reflect a serious lack of trust and significant differences between the two sides. Although the involvement of the United States brings a glimmer of hope, it remains uncertain whether it can push the negotiations forward. The future of the Ukraine-Russia conflict remains full of uncertainty, and the light of peace may be overshadowed by the flames of war!
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