Jason Jay Smart
Vladimir Putin has proposed direct peace talks with Ukraine, and President Zelensky has expressed readiness to engage. But is this a genuine move towards peace or a strategic ploy?
In this comprehensive analysis, Jason Jay Smart delves into:
The unchanged core demands from Russia since 2022
Insights from U.S. intelligence on Putin’s intentions
Economic pressures facing Russia and China
Reactions from European leaders and potential sanctions
Implications for Ukraine and global diplomacy

The trap was set by Zelensky. I know Trump wants to get in on the act just in case Putler turns up, but once he finds out that Putler will not show, Trump will find other things to do on Thursday.
Mafia land has no interest in peace as long as it can fill the meat grinder’s conveyor belt.
It will have no interest as long as Krasnov keeps giving them the get out of jail card.
If I were Merlin, the pathetic draft dodger would suddenly find himself in the middle of no man’s land, dodging drones and bullets from both sides.