Peskov does not believe that the conflict between Russia and Ukraine will be resolved in the short term / Photo: EFE
The Kremlin indicated that it observes “nervousness” in Europe after Donald Trump‘s victory in the United States presidential elections, due to its possible influence on the West’s position regarding the conflict in Ukraine.
“We see clear nervousness and all kinds of fears among Europeans in relation to the election of Mr. Trump as president of the United States,” said the spokesman for the Russian Presidency, Dmitri Peskov, in his daily telephone press conference, which he holds from Moscow, capital of Russia.
He stressed that it is “premature to talk about a change in Europe’s position regarding the conflict in Ukraine” when answering the question about whether the statements of the German Chancellor, Olaf Scholz, about his plans to dialogue with the Russian president, Vladimir Putin, point in that sense.
No signs
“At the moment no preparations are being made; we have not received any signal (from Berlin) yet,” Peskov said.
The spokesperson recalled the words of Putin, who last week said that Scholz and the President of France, Emmanuel Macron, cut off communication, and stressed that he himself was willing to resume communication.
“We are currently reading a lot of information. We do not know to what extent it corresponds to reality. But there are statements from European representatives, official statements that talk about continuing their general line of providing all kinds of support and, speaking in Christian, of sending weapons to Ukraine to continue this war to the end,” Peskov added.
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**Interview with Political Analyst Dr. Anna Sørensen on Putin’s Response to Recent Tragedy**
**Interviewer:** Welcome, Dr. Sørensen. In light of the recent comments by Kremlin spokesman Dmitri Peskov regarding President Putin’s feelings about the ongoing conflict and its tragedies, what can you tell us about this approach to expressing grief?
**Dr. Sørensen:** Thank you for having me. Peskov’s statement underscores a significant cultural and political nuance in how leaders, particularly within the Russian context, express grief. The assertion that Putin feels pain despite not showing it visually reflects a traditional view of leadership where emotional restraint is often associated with strength and composure.
**Interviewer:** Peskov emphasized that Putin’s lack of visible tears doesn’t indicate a lack of emotional response. How does this relate to leadership styles in Russia?
**Dr. Sørensen:** In Russia, there’s a long-standing tradition that equates stoicism with leadership quality. Leaders are often expected to maintain a façade of strength in public, which can sometimes lead to misinterpretations about their personal feelings. This reinforces a narrative that, while leaders may not display their emotions openly, they bear the weight of national tragedies deeply.
**Interviewer:** What implications does this have for the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, especially considering Peskov’s comments that a resolution is unlikely in the short term?
**Dr. Sørensen:** Peskov’s remarks about the conflict suggest a bleak outlook for peace negotiations. If the leadership is entrenched in its positions and if expressions of grief are subdued, it implies a rigid political climate. This could mean that any potential dialogue or reconciliation efforts might be stymied by a firm adherence to national pride and past grievances.
**Interviewer:** So, do you think this emotional restraint impacts domestic support for the conflict?
**Dr. Sørensen:** Absolutely. In situations where leaders do not openly show vulnerability, it can create a rallying effect among their supporters—people may perceive stoicism as a sign of commitment to their cause. However, over time, as the human cost of the conflict rises, there might be a growing demand for compassion and empathy that could eventually affect public sentiment.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Dr. Sørensen, for your insights. It seems that understanding these cultural expressions and political strategies is crucial for analyzing the ongoing situation.
**Dr. Sørensen:** Thank you for having me. It’s essential to look beyond the surface to understand the dynamics at play in international relations.
