Former Russian Diplomat Says Moscow’s Strategic Goals in Ukraine Are Clear

Former Russian diplomat Vyacheslav Matuzov said Moscow’s strategic objectives in Ukraine are clear, asserting that Russia is not avoiding a political solution to the crisis.

Speaking from Moscow, Matuzov said Russia views the war as a confrontation with Western countries, framing the conflict in terms broader than its relationship with Ukraine.

His remarks linked Moscow’s stated openness to a political settlement with its assessment of the West’s role in the conflict.

The comments did not specify the strategic objectives he referred to or outline terms for a possible political resolution.