Thursday, May 21Thursday, May 21Vladimir Putin and the Kremlin have continued to emphasize Russia’s military advancements, particularly in nuclear capabilities. On 13.05.2026, Russia successfully test-launched the RS-28 Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), known as "Satan II," from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome. The missile, which struck its target in Kamchatka, is described as the world’s most powerful, capable of carrying multiple nuclear warheads and approaching targets via unconventional routes, including over the South Pole. Putin announced that the Sarmat would enter combat service by the end of 2026, framing it as a key modernization effort for Russia’s nuclear arsenal . The Kremlin also highlighted the development of the Poseidon nuclear-capable tsunami weapon, which is reportedly in its final stages .
Despite Putin’s earlier suggestion that the war in Ukraine was nearing an end, the Kremlin clarified that no concrete plans for resolution exist. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that discussions remain too vague to specify any details, contradicting earlier optimism . Meanwhile, former U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine was "very close," though he denied any prior agreement with Putin regarding the Donbas region. Kyiv has consistently rejected any settlement involving territorial concessions to Moscow .
The Kremlin has also benefited from geopolitical developments, including the Iran conflict, which has driven up global oil prices and strengthened Russia’s financial position. U.S. policies, such as waivers allowing Russian oil purchases, have further bolstered Putin’s confidence . Additionally, former German Chancellor Angela Merkel is being considered as a potential mediator in negotiations due to her relationships with both Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy .
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