Vladimir Putin surprised to accept the proposal of ceasefire in Ukraine. However, for the senior analyst of International of the CNN Américo Martins the Russian President reversed the narrative by imposing conditions that complicate the negotiations.
Moscow stated that he agrees with the idea of interrupting the fighting, as long as the “main concerns that gave rise to the war is met.”
Putin argues that Russia needs security guarantees against Ukraine, reversing the logic defended by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Among the Russian demands, two crucial questions stand out:
Front Line Patrol
Putin questions who would be responsible for patrolling the extensive front line of almost 2,000 kilometers if the 30-day ceasefire was accepted. Russia rejects the presence of Western soldiers or NATO in Ukrainian territory.
Ukrainian reacting fear
The Russian President expressed concern that a 30 -day agreement could be used by Ukraine just to gain time, rear and resume attacks against Russia.
While diplomatic negotiations unfold, Russia intensifies its military operations. A Russian offensive is underway both in the territory of Kursk Russian region previously invaded by the Ukrainians, as in eastern Ukraine.
Analysts point out that Putin seeks to strengthen his position for future peace negotiations. The goal would be to ensure that no Ukrainian soldier remains in Russian territory and at the same time gain more terrain in Ukraine.
Peace still seems distant, but not impossible. However, Russia has made it clear that it will make demands considered very hard, especially for Ukraine.
This content was originally published in analysis: Putin reverses narrative according to ceasefire agreement on the CNN Brazil website.
Source: CNN Brasil
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