The French publication Le Monde claims that Vladimir Putin is planning to escalate military actions in Ukraine as he is "emboldened" by new agreements with US President Donald Trump. According to information that emerged following a diesel supply deal, the US and Russia are discussing new potential agreements.
Impact of Agreements on Peace Negotiations
In the opinion of Le Monde, given the new agreements between the US and Russia, the prospects for peace negotiations between Kyiv and Moscow based on mutual consent are becoming increasingly unrealistic. This is supported by a recent statement from Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, who noted that the war will continue and is likely to escalate.
Prospects for Conflict Escalation
The escalation of the conflict could have serious consequences for the region and international security. Key factors that may influence the further development of events include:
- New agreements between the US and Russia;
- Statements from Russian officials about the continuation of the war;
- Decreased chances for peace negotiations.