European intelligence chiefs expressed pessimism about the possibility of reaching a deal to end Russia's war against Ukraine in 2026, stating Russia is unwilling to end the war quickly.
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European intelligence chiefs are pessimistic about the chances of a deal to end Russia's war against Ukraine being reached this year
Russia is unwilling to end the war quickly
European intelligence chiefs are pessimistic about the chances of an agreement being reached this year to end Russia's war in Ukraine
Heads of five European intelligence services are pessimistic about peace agreement prospects in 2026 despite Trump statements that an agreement is close
Russia is using negotiations with the US to achieve relaxation of sanctions and lucrative business deals
Russia seeks strategic goals including removal of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and transformation of Ukraine into a neutral buffer zone
Russia's economy is not on the verge of collapse, so Moscow does not feel need for quick peace
Even complete control over Donetsk region would not ensure Kremlin's main goal of changing pro-Western government in Kyiv
Trump administration seeks to reach agreement by June before midterm elections in November
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