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📢 Analysts from the Institute for the Study of War note that putin is setting the internal audience up for a prolonged war, not a compromise peace.
Source: PRYAMYI
🛑 The Kremlin continues to spread narratives about the alleged illegitimacy of the Ukrainian government and divisions between the US and Europe, which confirms Russia’s intentions to prolong the war and dictate its own terms for peace.
💰 Putin also informed Russian businesses about the need to prepare for a long-term conflict.
📜 On March 20, Russian Security Council Secretary Shoigu reiterated the need for Ukraine to cancel the decree banning negotiations with putin and change the constitution regarding territorial integrity.
🕵️♂️ ISW analysts also point out that the Kremlin is trying to escalate tensions between the US and Europe to undermine support for Ukraine and split NATO.
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