Amid talk of ‘peace talks,’ Putin prepares for a long war with Ukraine and NATO — ISW outlines the signs
Kremlin hardens stance ahead of Istanbul talks, drags out peace process while seizing on U.S. concessions — ISW
Russian forces advance near Vovchansk and Toretsk, Ukraine denies confirmation
Putin's visit to Kursk signals renewed ambitions for Sumy despite lack of capability
Medvedev revives Kremlin’s surrender demands, dismisses Ukraine’s sovereignty
ISW: Putin stalls talks, demands Ukraine’s surrender, prepares for long war
Russians simulate talks, push Ukraine to capitulate on Kremlin’s 2022 terms — ISW
Russia likely shifting focus to Toretsk as offensive stalls near Pokrovsk
Russia’s 2025 advance slows, but losses remain steep — ISW
ISW flags conflicting messages from US, Ukraine and Russia, plus Kremlin’s manipulative ceasefire demands
Kremlin twists peace talks to sabotage ceasefire efforts — ISW
Putin’s land grab ambitions linger despite ceasefire talks — ISW
Putin’s ceasefire demands reveal true intentions: not peace, but another offensive - ISW
US intelligence freeze leaves Ukraine exposed as Russia gains battlefield edge
Kremlin’s new strategy: Russia eyes Patriot systems as US aid freeze leaves Ukraine vulnerable
U.S. intelligence cutoff leaves Ukraine vulnerable to Russian airstrikes - ISW
Kremlin’s proxy Medvedchuk pushes ‘historic lands’ myth as Russia rejects talks — ISW
Russia anticipates Trump will recognize its territorial claims in Ukraine
Russia’s economy faces deeper struggles despite Putin’s claims - ISW
Russian elites push for war escalation despite heavy losses