The Kremlin is deliberately trying to impose the idea of Russia’s “inevitable victory” on the West, using massive strikes on Ukrainian cities, aggressive rhetoric and information campaigns. This is stated in a new analytical report by the Institute for the Study of War (ISW).
“Russian President Vladimir Putin is diverting attention from the real situation on the frontline, as only the cessation of Western aid to Ukraine gives Russia a chance to win,” ISW analysts say.
The report emphasises that Moscow has stepped up its information pressure at times when the West is making decisions on new aid packages for Ukraine. The Kremlin is trying to cause despondency among Ukrainians and convince European capitals and the United States that aid to Kyiv is useless.
Experts believe that such efforts are a deliberate disinformation campaign aimed at undermining political support for Ukraine in the context of a protracted war.
ISW also points out that the Kremlin is building cooperation with authoritarian regimes such as China, Iran and North Korea to create the illusion of international support and avoid diplomatic isolation.
“Putin likely intends to use long-range strikes and aggressive rhetoric to create a sense of hopelessness in Ukraine and the West, and to force allies to withdraw support,” the ISW concludes.
