Ballistic Diplomacy: Putin's Missile Strikes and the Futility of Ceasefire Talks The latest bout of bloodshed in Ukraine should serve as a stark reminder that Vladimir Putin is not interested in negotiations, but rather in the art of war itself.
The attack on Kyiv, which left at least seven people dead, came just hours after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned of an imminent Russian assault.
The timing of this strike is particularly telling, as it underscores Putin's disregard for diplomatic efforts.