Russian President Vladimir Putin probably thinks it is in Russia’s interest to prolong the war in Ukraine so that Russia gets what it wants.
This is indicated by a report on threats to the United States on the international scene. It was US intelligence agencies that made the report, according to Reuters.
He says the Russian military is facing years of rebuilding due to the heavy losses it suffered in Ukraine. As a result, Russia is much more dependent on nuclear weapons, computer warfare and space programs than before.
Avril Haines, head of US intelligence agencies, says the war in Ukraine is a “war of endurance” and does not believe the Russian military will gain enough strength this year to achieve good results in Ukraine.
The report says that if Russia’s poor performance on the battlefield in Ukraine continues, there is a “real possibility” that it could damage Putin’s position domestically and increase the risk of an escalation of the situation. war.