Nobel Laureate: Putin’s Victory in Ukraine Impossible as War Enters Fifth Year

POLICY WIRE — London, UK — In an exclusive interview with BBC’s Steve Rosenberg, Dmitry Muratov, the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize co-winner, stated unequivocally that Russian President Vladimir Putin can...

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August 13, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — London, UK — In an exclusive interview with BBC’s Steve Rosenberg, Dmitry Muratov, the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize co-winner, stated unequivocally that Russian President Vladimir Putin can no longer claim victory in Ukraine. “Putin can only destroy Ukraine, not conquer it,” Muratov asserted, as the conflict enters its fifth year. The journalist emphasized the grim reality of the ongoing war, highlighting the insurmountable challenges faced by the Kremlin in achieving a conventional victory. Muratov’s comments come amid escalating tensions and continued military engagements in the region. “The situation has reached a point where any notion of a traditional victory for Russia is implausible,” he added. The interview sheds light on the evolving dynamics of the conflict and the shifting perspectives of key international figures. Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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