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As U.S. and Putin negotiate, intel shows he's not interested 'in a real peace deal,' sources say

Intelligence from the U.S. and close allies shows Russian President Vladimir Putin still wants to control all of Ukraine, sources said.
The article from MSN discusses the ongoing negotiations between the U.S. and Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding the conflict in Ukraine. According to U.S. intelligence sources cited in the article, despite the diplomatic efforts, there is skepticism about Putin's genuine interest in achieving a real peace deal. The intelligence suggests that Putin might be using the talks as a stalling tactic to regroup and rearm, rather than seeking a resolution. This assessment comes amidst reports of continued military buildup and strategic positioning by Russia, indicating a lack of commitment to de-escalation. The U.S. remains cautious, with officials indicating that while they are open to dialogue, they are also preparing for the possibility that the conflict could intensify.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/as-u-s-and-putin-negotiate-intel-shows-he-s-not-interested-in-a-real-peace-deal-sources-say/ar-AA1zitlp ]