Russia is exploiting negotiations to end the war in Ukraine as a “tool for manipulation” as it aims to restore relations with the U.S., but has no intention of ending the invasion, according to an assessment by Estonian foreign intelligence.
“Russia is setting long-term operational objectives in its war against Ukraine. This confirms that the recent uptick in peace-talk rhetoric is merely a tactic to buy time,” according to the annual report of the Estonian Foreign Intelligence Service published on Tuesday.
The assessment casts a shadow over U.S. President Donald Trump’s effort to end the four-year war, as his envoys seek to bring together Russian and Ukrainian negotiators. While Kyiv has secured commitments for guarantees designed to prevent a further Russian attack, talks have stalled over other issues including territory.
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