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Russian hawks urge Putin to escalate war, drop US talks as Ukraine strikes deep

  • Russian hardliners urge President Vladimir Putin to stop diplomacy and escalate the war following Ukrainian drone strikes and perceived failed US promises.
  • Some Russian hawks have suggested using tactical nuclear weapons and adopting Iran's military and diplomatic tactics against the US.
  • Nationalist tycoon Konstantin Malofeyev called for fighting for victory at any cost after a Ukrainian strike on a Moscow oil refinery and highlighted Ukraine's strong fighting.
  • Despite pressure from hardliners, the Kremlin continues negotiations, though officials say talks with the US have stalled and accuse Washington of ignoring peace proposals from last year's Alaska summit.
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Anger over Ukrainian drone strikes deep inside Russia, targeting targets in Moscow and St. Petersburg, is bringing pressure for military escalation.

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Russian hawks urge Putin to escalate war, drop US talks as Ukraine strikes deep

Russian hawks urge Putin to escalate war, drop US talks as Ukraine strikes deep

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Russian hardliners are pressuring Putin to abandon diplomacy and escalate the conflict in Ukraine, as Kiev launches attacks deep into Russia and the US as...More...

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WTVB broke the news on Friday, June 26, 2026.
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