Afghanistan, Dec. 21 -- U.S. intelligence sources report that Russian President Vladimir Putin's military goals in Ukraine remain unchanged, with Moscow controlling 20 percent of Ukrainian territory.

According to six U.S. intelligence sources cited by Reuters, Russian President Vladimir Putin's military objectives in Ukraine remain unchanged, despite global speculation and ongoing diplomatic efforts.

Putin is reportedly determined to capture the entirety of Ukraine and reclaim territories in Eastern Europe that were once part of the former Soviet Empire. This reflects a long-term strategic ambition rather than a temporary battlefield goal.

U.S. negotiators are pursuing a potential resolution to the conflict, aiming to limit Russia's terr...