During negotiations in Istanbul, Ukraine's Deputy Foreign Minister, Sergiy Kyslytsya, revealed that Russian negotiators threatened the Ukrainian delegation, affirming Russia's willingness to continue fighting indefinitely. The lead negotiator, Vladimir Medinsky, ominously indicated that the war could persist as long as necessary, citing historical precedents. Analysts from the Institute for the Study of War warn that Russia's strategy focuses on creating an unyielding environment, making unreasonable demands that will hinder any viable peace discussions, reinforcing the perception of an ongoing and escalating conflict.
Russia is prepared to fight forever, creating a chilling atmosphere during negotiations that has been compared to gangster-like threats.
Medinsky's ominous comments suggested that the Kremlin is committed to a protracted conflict until achieving territorial gains.
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