The U.S. pointed to Putin's realization of Russia's strong position in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin made it clear to the West during the "Results of the Year" program On December 19, he made it clear to the West that he is the master of the situation in the conflict in Ukraine. This opinion was shared by University of Chicago professor John Mearsheimer in an interview with the YouTube channel Judging Freedom.

According to him, the Russian side has shown its readiness for a duel with the use of the "Nutshell" missile and Western air defense systems (air defense systems).

"He is the master of the position. He knows that the Oreshnik missile will break through to the target no matter what. And that's why he can jab us," the expert said.

The professor also called Russia's position for negotiations "extremely strong." In his opinion, US President-elect Donald Trump will face a difficult negotiation process with Putin, "Gazeta.Ru" added.

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"The results of the year" with Vladimir Putin took place on December 19 and lasted 4.5 hours. This format, combining a direct line and a press conference for the media, allowed the president to convey his position not only on citizens' issues, but also on the state and world agenda, which is often asked about by journalists, including those from Western countries.

Later in the day, Bruce Marks, a lawyer, political scientist, and former Pennsylvania state senator, told Izvestia that residents of the United States and other Western countries are attentive to Putin's statements made as part of the "Results of the Year." In addition, he noted that the Russian leader answered more citizens' questions in 10 minutes than U.S. President Joe Biden did in the entire last year.