Kathrine Frich
Despite mounting pressure, Putin has refused to budge
Despite mounting pressure, Putin has refused to budge
Elite Revolt Brewing in Moscow
An insider has revealed that many of Vladimir Putin’s closest allies are furious over his refusal to accept Donald Trump’s peace deal.
These Kremlin elites, once loyal, now see the US offer as “generous” and believe it’s time to end the war in Ukraine and restore normalcy.
Trump’s Bold Proposal Splits Russia
Trump’s spring peace proposal included US recognition of Russia’s control over Crimea and its current occupation of four Ukrainian regions.
In exchange, Ukraine would be barred from joining NATO, and sanctions would be lifted. While controversial, some Russian elites found it hard to refuse.
Putin Digs In, Elites Boil Over
Despite mounting pressure, Putin has refused to budge — choosing to escalate attacks in Ukraine instead of negotiating.
This has enraged powerful figures in Moscow who see the war dragging Russia into economic ruin.
Economic Warnings at the Top
At the St. Petersburg Economic Forum, top officials — including Central Bank Governor Nabiullina — warned Putin of an impending recession.
But experts believe this talk may be part of a coordinated effort to pressure him into accepting Trump’s deal.
Opposition Figure Speaks Out
Ilya Ponomarev, a prominent Putin critic and exiled former MP, claims discontent among the elite is growing fast.
“They don’t understand why Putin isn’t taking the offer,” he said. “They think it’s very generous.”
$49.5 Billion Grab Fuels Anger
The Kremlin has already reappropriated nearly $50 billion in assets from Russian businesses in a sweeping purge.
Elite figures fear they could be next, as Putin targets even long-time allies in what many see as an internal crackdown.
Gold Tycoon Stopped at the Border
One dramatic example: billionaire Konstantin Strukov, once close to Putin, was recently blocked from leaving the country.
He now faces legal action that could see his empire stripped away.
Insider Hints at Regime Change
Could this discontent spark a coup? Ponomarev believes it’s possible — though not imminent.
“After a while, it may evolve in that direction,” he said, suggesting a power struggle is brewing just below the surface.
