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An analysis provided indicates that Putin’s primary goal is to prolong the conflict in Ukraine to avoid appearing weak. By doing so, he hopes to maintain Russia’s stature and avoid economic collapse, which would be imminent if the Russian economy deteriorated further. Putin's lack of morals and sociopathic tendencies are highlighted, with references to his alignment alongside historically renowned oppressive figures such as Hitler, Mao, and the Ayatollah.
The narrative suggests that Putin’s current strategy is rooted in a fear of losing power and influence, which he attempts to mitigate by prolonging the war, hoping for a favorable outcome or at least a stalemate to preserve his position.