Putin's War Threat Against Peace: Tension Ahead of Summit with Zelensky

Putin's Tough Message Before Florida Summit

U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will participate in a critical summit tonight in Florida. This summit is being closely monitored around the world. Ahead of the summit, Russian President Vladimir Putin made threatening statements regarding the continuation of the war. Putin stated that if Ukraine continues to seek a 'peaceful resolution' to the conflict, they will persist in achieving all their goals through military means.

Critical Disagreements in Peace Negotiations

The peace negotiations, which have so far ended in failure, continue to be a significant source of tension between the two sides. The main points of contention include Russia's demand to formally annex the entire Donbas region in eastern Ukraine. Additionally, the desire to seize control of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant is another crucial issue increasing tension in the negotiations. These demands have been continually rejected by Ukraine; Zelensky emphasizes that his country will never compromise on its territorial integrity.

Economic Impact of the War and Future Expectations

Putin's asserted threat of war could have a negative impact on international markets. Experts are warning about the potential effects of such developments on energy prices. In particular, the prices of Oil and Natural Gas are expected to fluctuate based on developments in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The failure of diplomatic efforts has created a situation that unsettles the markets and generates uncertainty.