Russia is against merely freezing the conflict in Ukraine, as Moscow seeks a “solid and long-term peace” that addresses the fundamental issues underlying the crisis, stated President Vladimir Putin‘s foreign intelligence chief on Tuesday.
Sergei Naryshkin, who leads Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR), emphasized that Russia currently holds the initiative on the battlefield.
Naryshkin expressed Russia’s firm opposition to the idea of “freezing the conflict,” reiterating the country’s desire for a lasting peace. He also mentioned that Russia remains open to negotiations.
