Report: Putin preparing escalation of war against Ukraine
British magazine The Economist reports that Russian President Vladimir Putin has decided to intensify military pressure in the war against Ukraine, citing sources close to the Kremlin.

The British magazine The Economist reports that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin has decided to escalate the situation in the war against Ukraine. The report is based on sources described as close to the Kremlin.
The publication does not provide detailed information on how or when the planned escalation might unfold, but indicates that the decision to intensify the situation has already been made at the highest levels of Russia's leadership.
The news comes as the international community continues to monitor the course of the war in Ukraine and possible diplomatic initiatives aimed at resolving the conflict. Reports about the Kremlin's intentions are seen as a signal that Moscow is not prepared to retreat from its current course or soften its military strategy.
The Economist is an internationally recognized publication that regularly cites sources from various countries, including those close to centers of power. The source text does not specify further details on how journalists obtained this information.

