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Turning outward, the discourse shifts to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and Russia’s diplomatic signals. It’s clarified that recent claims of Putin accepting a ceasefire are misleading. Photographs and statements indicate Russia remains skeptical and cautious, especially as Putin’s diplomacy often involves strategic symbolism.
Analysts point out that Putin’s closest advisors, like Belarusian President Lukashenko, sit nearby during negotiations, signaling that Russia’s position remains firm and guarded. The Minsk Accords—broke and betrayed by both NATO and Ukraine—are refreshingly well-understood by Russian strategists, who perceive Western promises as unreliable.