Kremlin‘s Resolve: Continuing the Conflict

President vladimir Putin has reiterated Russia’s commitment to achieving its objectives in Ukraine, asserting that the nation possesses the necesary resources to see the conflict through to what he termed a “logical conclusion.” this statement comes amidst ongoing international concern over the protracted war, which began with Russia’s large-scale invasion in February 2022. The conflict has not only resulted in significant casualties on both sides but has also triggered the most severe geopolitical tensions between Russia and the West since the Cold War.

While reaffirming russia’s determination,Putin addressed concerns about potential nuclear escalation during a state television film marking his 25th year as Russia’s leader. He stated, There has been no need to use those weapons, and I hope they are not necessary. This remark was made in response to a journalist’s question about the risks of nuclear escalation in the Ukraine war.

trump’s Frustration and Western Response

Former U.S.President Donald Trump has voiced his frustration over the stalled negotiations between Moscow and Kyiv, expressing a desire to end the bloodbath in Ukraine. However, the Kremlin has suggested that the complexity of the conflict exceeds Washington’s understanding.In contrast, former US president Joe Biden, Western European leaders and Ukraine view Russia’s actions as an imperialistic land grab and have pledged to support Ukraine in resisting Russian forces, which currently control approximately one-fifth of Ukrainian territory.

Putin’s Outlook: A Historical Turning Point

Putin frames the war in Ukraine as a pivotal moment in Russia’s relationship with the West. He contends that the West has consistently undermined Russia as the fall of the Berlin wall in 1989, citing NATO expansion and perceived encroachment on Moscow’s sphere of influence as examples. This narrative resonates with a segment of the Russian population that views Putin as a defender of national interests against Western aggression.

Putin presents war as a decisive moment in Moscow’s relations with the West, who as he humiliated russia after the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989 when expanding NATO and invade what he considers the sphere of influence of Moscow.

A quarter-Century in Power: Legacy and Leadership

Having assumed the presidency on the last day of 1999, Putin has now surpassed Josef Stalin as the longest-serving Kremlin leader since Stalin’s death in 1953. His tenure has been marked by both staunch support and fierce opposition. While dissidents, largely exiled or imprisoned, denounce him as a dictator presiding over a corrupt and fragile system, supporters portray him as a savior who restored stability after the collapse of the Soviet Union and stood up to Western arrogance.

Recent polling data from Russian state-affiliated sources indicates an approval rating exceeding 85% for Putin, even tho the reliability of such surveys in an authoritarian context is frequently enough questioned. Self-reliant analysts suggest that the true level of support may be substantially lower, particularly among younger generations and urban populations.

Personal Glimpses and reflections

The state television film offered a rare glimpse into Putin’s personal life, showing him sharing chocolates and fermented milk with a Kremlin correspondent in his private kitchen. He also revealed that he first knelt to pray during the Nord-Ost theater crisis in Moscow in 2002, when Chechen militants took over 900 hostages, resulting in the deaths of over 130 people.

Reflecting on his 25 years in power, Putin stated, I don’t feel like a politician. I still breathe the same air as millions of Russian citizens. it is very important.God wants to continue as long as possible. And not disappear.