https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/putin-says-russia-is-winning-on-battlefield-will-not-negotiate-with-terroristsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/putin-says-russia-is-winning-on-battlefield-will-not-negotiate-with-terroristshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/putin-says-russia-is-winning-on-battlefield-will-not-negotiate-with-terrorists#u55280Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:20:27 +0000Vladimir Putin asserts Russia is winning the war in Ukraine, claiming advances in the Donetsk region and the encirclement of some Ukrainian troops. While he states Russia is ready for talks to end rather than freeze the conflict, he refuses to negotiate with those he labels terrorists. Putin pledged increased strikes within Ukraine, specifically targeting energy infrastructure, and vowed to respond to President Zelenskyy's threat to close Russian airspace, which Putin termed state terrorism. He also pledged continued support for Iran.Why it mattersThese statements come as Russia faces eco