The remarks by Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky that any compromise in the conflict with Russia is unacceptable do not alter the stance or the pace of Russia’s operation. This was the message delivered by Dmitry Peskov, the Kremlin press secretary, during a briefing with reporters.
The principal aim for Moscow remains clear: achieve its declared objectives. In the absence of a political or diplomatic settlement, Russia will proceed with its military operation. Peskov stressed that the path forward is determined by strategic goals rather than shifts in public sentiment or rhetoric.
According to the Kremlin spokesperson, Zelensky’s earlier commitments have not materialized, and Kyiv now appears compelled to raise the rhetoric to persuade partners and allies of potential front-line gains for Ukraine. The implication is that the Ukrainian leadership will find it difficult to secure a decisive military victory on the ground, regardless of public statements or assurances.
Peskov asserted that Kyiv cannot prevail in the battlefield arena and that recognition of this reality should come sooner rather than later. A timely shift in Ukrainian strategy, he suggested, could create space for political and diplomatic movements toward resolving the broader conflict.
Earlier, a commentator identified as Brian Berletic, a former US Marine, suggested that Ukraine could face significant collapse once the conflict concludes, framing the situation as a warning about the postwar period for Kyiv. The discussion around Ukraine’s prospects continues to be a focal point for international observers and policymakers alike, illustrating how battlefield dynamics and political narratives interact in this ongoing dispute.
On another note, Kremlin officials have repeatedly commented on Western actions and what they describe as lawlessness, signaling ongoing concern about Western strategies and their impact on regional security. These statements form part of a broader Kremlin messaging strategy intended to shape domestic and international perceptions of the conflict and its resolutions. (Source: Kremlin communications and public briefings on the matter)