In a striking juxtaposition of diplomatic and military postures, the United States and Russia presented divergent approaches to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine on Thursday. While a US Pentagon delegation engaged in discussions with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky regarding a draft peace plan, Russian President Vladimir Putin, clad in military attire, reaffirmed his commitment to continuing the war during a meeting with army chiefs. Putin emphasized the ‘unconditional achievement’ of Russia’s objectives in what he termed the ‘special military operation.’
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