European and US officials increasingly expect Russia’s war in Ukraine to continue into 2027 after the latest Witkoff-Kushner initiative failed to shift Putin’s position.
Moscow is expected to intensify attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure through winter while stepping up hybrid pressure in Europe.
Officials believe Putin is betting on entering next spring in a stronger position, making serious negotiations unlikely before next year.
Source: Bloomberg
— @clashreport Sep 8, 2026
