Today's Russian attack on Kyiv, the Kyiv region, and other parts of Ukraine was marked by significant civilian casualties. Vitaly Portnikov expressed condolences to the families of the victims. This incident comes after US President Donald Trump shifted his rhetoric toward Russia, which the White House described as a stimulus for negotiations.
However, Russian President Vladimir Putin ignored these signals, launching a massive attack as a show of his unwillingness to end the war. Portnikov notes that the Kremlin's strategy is a show of strength and disregard for Western warnings. Meanwhile, Russian diplomats in the US and at international forums present the US as a potential negotiation partner, while threatening Europe.
Portnikov stresses that the American response should not be limited to words; military aid to Ukraine must be strengthened and strikes on Russian strategic targets permitted. Only robust actions can contain the aggressor.
This attack, according to Portnikov, demonstrates Putin's disregard for American and European influence and aims to sow doubts in the West about protecting the continent. The reaction of the Trump administration remains crucial for the security of both Ukraine and Europe.
Portnikov concludes that the Kremlin understands only the language of force. Only serious damage to Russia's military and economic capabilities can impact its aggressive policies. These massive attacks also seek to show the West its impotence, urging a revision of security approaches for the 21st century.
