Putin’s ‘True Peace’ Is a Pretext to Undermine Ukraine—America Must Stay Vigilant

As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine grinds on, the Kremlin once again spins the narrative: President Vladimir Putin demands a “peace of truth” rather than an “artificial truce.” Yet, beneath this carefully crafted rhetoric lies a cynical strategy aimed at prolonging conflict and undermining Ukrainian sovereignty.Putin’s spokesman, Dmitri Peskov, insists that Moscow opposes temporary ceasefires designed merely to buy time. On the surface, this may sound reasonable—who could argue against genuine peace? But the real question is: what peace does Russia truly want?Is Russia Open to Peace—or Just Seeking Leverage?The Kremlin praises U.S. President Donald Trump’s “honest efforts” toward a settlement...