UKRAINE-KRIEG: Putin schaltet auf stur ‒ Hat Kreml-Chef noch Realität auf Schlachtfeld im Blick?

UKRAINE WAR: Putin Takes a Stand – Does the Kremlin Chief Still Have His Eye on the Reality on the Battlefield? Vladimir Putin is refusing to meet with Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Security expert Joachim Krause analyzes the consequences for the war in Ukraine and explains why, in his view, Finnish President Alexander Stubb could be a suitable mediator. Krause also contextualizes the developments in the conflict between the US and Iran and assesses the chances for renewed negotiations. The interview sheds light on the geopolitical risks in Europe and the Middle East, as well as the roles of Donald Trump, the EU, and NATO. Why does Joachim Krause consider Alexander Stubb a potential mediator? Krause argues that the Finnish president is both firmly rooted in the West and is considered a pragmatic negotiating partner. This could allow him to open a channel of communication with Moscow. How does Krause assess Putin's stance on negotiations? The security expert sees Putin's statements as a sign of political posturing. In his assessment, the Kremlin is trying to portray its negotiating position as stronger than it actually is. What role does Europe play, according to Krause? Europe should develop its own dialogue initiatives and actively represent its interests, instead of relying solely on mediation efforts by other states. #Russia #Ukraine #Putin #WorldNewsChannel Subscribe to the WELT YouTube Channel    / weltvideotv   WELT DOKU Channel    / weltdoku   WELT Podcast Channel    / weltpodcast   WELT Network Reporter Channel    / dienetzreporter   The WELT News Livestream http://bit.ly/2fwuMPg The Top News on WELT.de http://bit.ly/2rQQD9Q The Media Library on WELT.de http://bit.ly/2Iydxv8 WELT News Channel on Instagram   / welt.nachrichtensender   WELT on Instagram   / welt   A note from us: Due to the high volume of inappropriate and offensive comments, we are currently unable to allow comments. Thank you for your understanding – The WELT Team Video created in 2026