A Question Swirling Around Putin’s Big Conference: Could the War End?

Vladimir Putin's recent appearance at the St. Petersburg economic forum has sparked speculation about the potential end of the war. Business and political elites in attendance emphasized that Russia faces a critical decision to either halt the conflict or continue to incur significant losses. Putin's statements, however, appeared to suggest that Russia is prepared to continue fighting. His stance has raised concerns among attendees about the potential consequences of prolonged conflict.

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