Wednesday, May 20Wednesday, May 20Russian President Vladimir Putin has repeatedly stated that the war in Ukraine is nearing its end, describing it as "coming to an end" and "winding down" in multiple public remarks. These statements were made during and after Russia’s scaled-back Victory Day parade on May 9, 2026, where Putin also accused Western powers of arming Ukraine to "defeat and break up Russia" . Despite these assertions, Kremlin aides have tempered expectations, downplaying the likelihood of a quick resolution to the conflict .
Putin has expressed willingness to negotiate new security arrangements for Europe and proposed former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder as a mediator in potential peace talks with Ukraine. The proposal was met with skepticism in Berlin and is considered unlikely to be accepted by Ukraine or the EU, given Schröder’s long-standing ties to the Kremlin . Putin reiterated his preference for Schröder as a negotiating partner in multiple statements, framing the suggestion as part of broader diplomatic efforts .
The first day of a three-day U.S.-brokered ceasefire, coinciding with Russia’s Victory Day celebrations, was marred by mutual accusations of violations from both Russia and Ukraine. Despite these breaches, Putin maintained that the war was heading toward an end . The ceasefire’s fragility was underscored by ongoing hostilities, even as Putin’s remarks suggested a potential shift toward negotiations .
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