Putin is expected to escalate the war in Ukraine rather than move toward a peace deal, with Russian officials and other sources telling Reuters that the Kremlin still believes it can keep fighting and eventually seize the rest of Donbas. The report says Putin sees full control of the region as essential and is prepared to continue heavy military pressure, including more drone and missile strikes on Ukrainian cities and infrastructure, even as President Trump pushes for a negotiated settlement.
REUTERS: Putin Expected To Escalate War As Kremlin Sees Path To Seizing All Of Donbas
