Latvia's foreign minister has cautioned that Russian President Vladimir Putin may attempt to use peace negotiations to achieve what he has failed to accomplish through his military actions in Ukraine. The minister highlighted concerns that Putin's ultimate goal is to weaken the United States and regain control over Ukraine.
Despite Russia's occupation of less than 20% of Ukraine since 2014, including the annexation of Crimea, Putin has not succeeded in undermining U.S. power or overthrowing the democratic government in Kyiv. The minister emphasized that Russia's interference in other countries aims to control both territory and political decisions.
