In Moscow's Shadows In Moscow's Shadows 198: War (in Russia's underworld) and Peace (in Ukraine)?
Apr 27, 2025
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Risk in Putin-Trump Dynamics
- Trump's fluctuating stance on the Ukraine ceasefire risks complicating peace efforts.
- Putin's overconfidence in managing Trump could backfire and weaken his negotiating position.
Contrasting Pressure Tactics
- Russian strikes aimed at civilians could harden Ukrainian resolve rather than cow them.
- Asymmetric Ukrainian attacks on key military targets symbolize effective precision over Russian brutality.
Ceasefire Deal's Legal Nuance
- The Trump ceasefire deal acknowledges Crimea as Russian-controlled but does not force Ukraine to legitimize this.
- This nuance allows for potential political resolution and future reintegration.