Afghanistan, Dec. 22 -- U.S. intelligence indicates Russian President Vladimir Putin remains determined to expand control over Ukraine and former Soviet territories, challenging claims that Russia seeks a peaceful resolution.
U.S. intelligence assessments indicate that Russian President Vladimir Putin remains committed to achieving his goals in the Ukraine conflict, aiming to control all of Ukraine and parts of former Soviet Europe.
Six sources familiar with the intelligence told Reuters that Putin continues to pursue territorial expansion, contradicting claims by U.S. negotiators and President Donald Trump that Russia seeks to end the war.
The assessment also rejects Putin's assertions that he does not pose a threat to Europe, aligning ...