Ex-Ukraine PM: Putin is a KGB agent who will keep escalating

Former Ukrainian Prime Minister Arseniy Yatsenyuk issued a stark warning regarding Russian President Vladimir Putin's intentions, stating that he will relentlessly escalate the conflict.

In an interview with Euronews, Yatsenyuk emphasized that Putin should not be underestimated, characterizing him as a former KGB agent with a strategic, long-term vision. "Please do not underestimate this war criminal. He is not a fool. He is a KGB agent," Yatsenyuk stated, cautioning against complacency in international dealings with the Kremlin.

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Please do not underestimate this war criminal. He is not a fool. He is a KGB agent.

Yatsenyuk pointed to Russia's past actions, including the annexation of Crimea and support for separatists in Donbas before the full-scale invasion in 2022, as evidence of a consistent policy pattern. He noted that Putin's initial objective was a swift capture of Kyiv, a plan that ultimately resulted in significant Russian casualties.

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This is about Putin's physical survival as a person and his political survival as the President of Russia. That is why he will escalate.

Furthermore, Yatsenyuk observed increasing economic strain on Russia, leading to speculation about potential exit strategies for Putin. He believes these pressures will compel Putin to opt for further escalation as a political survival tactic, both personally and as president.

The former prime minister also addressed China's role, asserting that Beijing holds significant influence over Moscow. Yatsenyuk urged Europeans to recognize that the conflict extends beyond Ukraine and Putin, involving a broader axis of influence supported by China.

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Europeans must understand that this war is not just about Ukraine and not just about Putin, but about all the axis of evil under the umbrella of China.