NBC News reports that Western intelligence shows Putin is not ready for a’real peace’  

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**Russian Leader Not Serious About Peace Talks, Officials Say**

The Russian president, Vladimir Putin, is not interested real peace deal with Ukraine, according to Western officials. They say Putin believes Russia can outlast Ukraine and Europe.

**Talks Between US and Russia Take Place Without Ukraine’s Presence**

On 18, the US and Russia met in to discuss potential steps towards peace negotiations. However, Ukraine was not invited to participate in these talks.

**US Officials Question Putin’s Intentions**

A U.S. congressional official told NBC News that there is “zero intelligence” that Putin is interested in a real peace deal. A Western official added that Putin thinks he is winning the and is unconcerned about high casualties in the .

**Ukraine Concerns Remain Unaddressed**

The US president, , expressed confidence in securing a peace deal following the talks between the US and Russia. He wants to secure a ceasefire in Russia’s war against Ukraine by Easter. However, European leaders have met in an emergency to discuss Ukraine’s automatic NATO membership.

**Diplomatic Efforts Continue Despite Concerns**

France will host another summit on February 19 to address concerns about the situation in Ukraine. The US has made several moves to advance its Russia-Ukraine agenda, but these efforts have alarmed European and .

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