Bloomberg: Russia unlikely to start serious Ukraine talks before 2027
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European and US officials expect the war in Ukraine to continue into next year, Bloomberg reports. President Vladimir Putin plans to intensify attacks on Ukraine this winter, testing the country and its allies. The latest US peace initiative has failed to gain traction with Putin.
Key Facts
- Bloomberg sources say Putin plans to step up attacks on Ukraine's energy and heating infrastructure over the next six months.
- Trump's special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner made no substantial progress during weekend visits to Moscow and Kyiv.
- Russia resumed strikes on Kyiv after a three-day pause.
- Putin spoke by phone with US President Donald Trump on Tuesday.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he hopes to meet Trump in late September.
Winter Escalation Plan
Putin intends to intensify attacks on Ukraine during the winter, according to Bloomberg sources. The plan includes strikes on energy and heating infrastructure to make life unbearable for the population. Russia also plans hybrid attacks and interference in European affairs to undermine support for Kyiv. The Kremlin leader expects his position to strengthen by next spring and the Russian economy to stay afloat.
Failed Peace Initiative
European and US officials have accepted that the war will drag into next year, Bloomberg reports. The latest American peace initiative did not resonate with Putin. Trump's envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner made no substantial progress in Moscow and Kyiv over the weekend. Putin used the visit to demonstrate strength ahead of State Duma elections. Trilateral talks may resume after the parliamentary elections, but sources doubt they will bring a peace agreement closer.
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