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In a recent episode of his program on state television, Russian propagandist Vladimir Solovyov made a bold statement that leaves no doubt about the Kremlin’s intentions: Russia has no intention of ending the war in Ukraine. His words, which were aired on the program “Evening with Vladimir Solovyov” — “We are not going to stop, nor not stop” — are not just the host’s personal opinion, but a direct reflection of Vladimir Putin’s position.
Solovyov, as one of the main mouthpieces of Kremlin propaganda, acts exclusively on the orders of Russia's top leadership. His statements can and should be considered Moscow's official position.
Solovyov, in his aggressive rhetoric, emphasized that Russia will not stop, no matter what Trump proposes. He brazenly, rudely insulted and ridiculed the American president, saying that “Trump is not Putin” and cannot lift sanctions against Russia on his own. This statement, made against the backdrop of ongoing Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities, including the recent barbaric strike on Kyiv that killed 12 civilians, demonstrates the Kremlin’s true intentions. Solovyov, as a figure completely controlled by the authorities, says only what Putin wants to convey to the world. In this case, it is obvious that Russia does not intend to compromise and will not abandon its goal of destroying Ukraine as an independent state.
Against this backdrop of rhetoric, the contrast between the positions of Ukraine and Russia becomes more than obvious. Ukraine, which has suffered from Russia’s brutal and unprovoked aggression, sincerely seeks peace. President Volodymyr Zelensky has repeatedly stated his readiness for negotiations, but has emphasized that Russia needs a complete ceasefire for this. In particular, in April 2025, Zelensky noted that “only the Ukrainian people have the right to decide which territories are Ukrainian,” and called for increased pressure on Moscow. Ukraine agreed to Trump’s proposed 30-day ceasefire, but Russia responded by intensifying its attacks, once again confirming its unwillingness to seek a peaceful settlement.
Putin and his propagandists, like Solovyov, make it clear to the world that the Kremlin has not given up on its imperial ambitions. Statements that Russia will not stop are not just words, but a reflection of Putin’s strategic goal: to destroy Ukraine as a sovereign state and subjugate it to his will.
Today, it is more than obvious that peace in Ukraine will come only under one condition – a crushing defeat of the Russian army on the battlefield. Only a military victory for Ukraine can stop the Kremlin’s aggression and bring the peace that President Trump so wants. However, he has chosen a different, deeply mistaken strategy. His efforts to appease the aggressor in the current circumstances work to continue the war in Putin’s interests.
Even European leaders have already realized that Ukraine’s victory in this war is not only a question of its own survival, but also a guarantee of the security of all of Europe. If Russia prevails, Putin or anyone else in the Kremlin will not stop. History shows that Moscow’s appetite grows with every success: the annexation of Crimea in 2014, support for separatists in Donbas, and then a full-scale invasion in 2022 are all links in the same chain. The next target will certainly be the countries of Eastern Europe, by the way, they understand this very well.
Russian officials have spoken directly about this, including Sergei Shoigu, who recently stated that the deployment of peacekeepers in Ukraine could lead to World War III.
Europe has realized that supporting Ukraine is an investment in its own security. Weapons supplies, financial aid, and a firm political stance against Russian blackmail are the only way to stop Putin. No negotiations, no deals with the Kremlin will lead to peace, because Putin has proven countless times that he does not honor agreements. Violating the Budapest Memorandum, the Minsk Agreements, and other international treaties is only a small part of the list of his perfidy. Attempts to negotiate with him are doomed to failure, and the sooner Washington understands this, the fewer lives will be lost.
Unfortunately, the White House administration does not yet seem to understand this obvious fact. Donald Trump, despite his loud statements about wanting to stop the war, is helping Moscow with his actions, demonstrating inconsistency and, against the backdrop of Putin's actions, indecisiveness.
His recent words that “Putin wants peace” are pure madness or, at best, a misunderstanding of reality.
Moreover, Trump blames Ukraine, not Russia, which greatly helps the Kremlin propaganda. This position clearly undermines peace efforts and gives Putin additional time to continue the war. The indecisiveness of the allies and Trump's inexplicable position have already cost Ukraine dearly. The war could have ended much earlier if the West had shown more determination in supplying weapons and imposed really tough sanctions on Russia. Instead, precious time is wasted on fruitless attempts to persuade Putin, who is not going to negotiate with anyone. One would have to be blind and deaf and crazy not to understand this. Or a cynical scoundrel pretending not to understand this.
Solovyov's statements, made on direct orders from the Kremlin, clearly show that Russia does not seek peace. Putin continues his aggression, and the only way to stop him is to decisively confront his imperial ambitions. Ukraine's victory on the battlefield is the only path to peace and security in Europe. Now, more than ever, it is important to support the Ukrainian army, provide it with all the necessary weapons, and not succumb to Moscow's blackmail. The sooner Washington understands this, the sooner this war will end. Time is against Ukraine and all of Europe, and it cannot be wasted.
