Putin's strategy: Demobilising the West, aligning allies
The Institute for the Study of War suggests that Russia is relying on demobilising the West from providing aid to Ukraine. This strategy, which distracts from the actual combat situation, is said to be Putin's plan for winning the war.
What do you need to know?
- Russia aims to demobilise Western nations to cease military support for Ukraine, which is a crucial part of the Kremlin's strategy.
- According to a report by the Institute for the Study of War, Putin is also attempting to shift focus from the combat realities.
- Russia is forming partnerships with China, Iran, and North Korea to avoid diplomatic isolation and portray itself as a nation with formidable allies.
The Institute for the Study of War's report reveals that Russia is implementing a strategy to persuade Western countries to halt their military assistance to Ukraine. Analysts note that Putin is determined to divert attention from the actual combat situation, which represents Russia's only genuine hope for victory.
Furthermore, the Kremlin utilises aggressive rhetoric and shelling to weaken Ukrainian morale.
"Putin continues to demonstrate his willingness to achieve his war aims militarily through a prolonged war in Ukraine during which Russian forces would continue to only make gradual, creeping advances," states the report. This comment was also shared on the ISW profile on X.
Does Russia have powerful allies? Attempting to mask diplomatic isolation
Russia is working to establish alliances with China, Iran, and North Korea to prevent diplomatic isolation.
This strategy is designed to showcase Russia as having strong, determined allies.
Meanwhile, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced a proposal for another round of peace talks with Ukraine. The meeting is scheduled for June 2nd in Istanbul. The Russian delegation, headed by Vladimir Medinsky, is prepared to present a memorandum to the Ukrainian side.
