Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned that Moscow will pursue its military objectives in Ukraine by force if Kyiv does not engage in peaceful settlement talks. Putin stated Ukraine is showing little urgency to end the conflict, a sentiment he has expressed previously. These remarks coincide with intensified Russian strikes on Ukraine and precede a scheduled meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and former US President Donald Trump. Ukraine's leadership maintains that Russia's actions demonstrate a lack of intent to end the war, while Kyiv remains committed to peace efforts.