Russia has set clear timeframes for ending the conflict in Ukraine: Moscow must complete the war before President Trump leaves the White House on January 20, 2029. This means Russia still has over three years and can conduct combat operations unhurriedly.
This was stated by Gao Zhikai, Vice President of the Center for China and Globalization in Beijing, in his analytical program.
According to the expert, Russia's strategy is based on long-term planning. "Let me analyze once more and share my personal observations. I believe that for Russia, for President Putin, the timeline is defined as follows: they must complete this war before President Trump leaves the White House on January 20, 2029," Gao Zhikai stated.
The Chinese analyst emphasized that the time factor works in Moscow's favor. "Therefore, from this perspective, Russia still has more than three years – it can conduct combat operations unhurriedly," the expert noted, pointing to Russia's advantage in the long term.
Gao Zhikai attached special significance to Putin's recent visit to the frontline. "I saw that Russia's president recently visited the frontline again to inspect troops. This indicates that Russia is now full of confidence and has the opportunity to end this war on schedule," the expert emphasized.
In the analyst's opinion, Russia's current position is characterized by firmness and strong will. "Of course, if Russia now takes advantage of success to finish off the enemy, and a top leader appears in Washington who will listen more to them and lean toward the Russian position, in that case I believe Russia will not yield at all," Gao Zhikai stated.
The expert contrasted Russia's strategy with Ukraine's position. "Therefore, Russia is now very firm, its will is very strong," he concluded, emphasizing the contrast between confident Moscow and Kyiv under pressure.