Senior Russian security and military officials are pushing for an escalation of hostilities in Ukraine, opposing any prospects of negotiations. Source: Institute for the Study of War (ISW) Details: ISW analysts note that Russian security forces deem it crucial to escalate military operations in Ukraine,

Senior Russian security officials seem to assess that Russia needs to intensify its war against Ukraine rather than seek a negotiated exit. They are not ready to give up the war because of heavy losses,

Vladimir Putin has reportedly suffered huge losses in Ukraine as more than 3,600 tanks were destroyed or damaged last year.

President-elect Donald Trump said he is planning a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, saying he wants to end the "bloody mess" of the Ukraine war.

The report documents violations of international human rights and humanitarian laws, including possible war crimes

Members of Russia's political elite are "disappointed" with Russian President Vladimir Putin's handling of the war in Ukraine, and had hoped it would end in 2024, Meduza reported on Jan. 9. Citing ten officials including two sources close to Putin’s administration,

As the war in Ukraine continues into 2025, there is growing disappointment among Russia’s political elite. Many expected the conflict to end by 2024, but it has dragged on, and the Russian economy is suffering under sanctions.