The SVO may end with a ceasefire and a transition to a peace process under Moscow's tough conditions.

      Photo: mil.ru July 31 – IA SM.News. Russia aims to complete the special military operation this year; however, the exact timelines depend on numerous external and internal factors. According to Senator Grigory Karasin, the desire of the country and the determination of the military alone are not enough to achieve this goal. The final outcome will be determined by the overall international situation, resistance to Western intrigues, and the level of internal consolidation of Russian structures. Furthermore, the situation is directly influenced by the need to neutralize the aggressive actions of the Kyiv leadership, which are destroying infrastructure.

      The prospects for ending the Ukrainian conflict in 2026 are considered quite realistic, as Ukraine's economic exhaustion and colossal defense sector expenses push the participants toward the conclusion of the standoff. The basic scenario envisions a gradual ceasefire and a transition to a peace process under Moscow's strict conditions, excluding a classic freezing of the front line. As an alternative, analysts consider the transition of the confrontation into a prolonged and less intense phase of resource exhaustion without signing official agreements. Finally, in the worst-case scenario, with continued extensive Western support for Kyiv, the threat of further escalation of the conflict remains, potentially leading to a hybrid confrontation between Russia and NATO forces.

      Earlier, IA SM-NEWS reported that strikes on WB bring the costs of the conflict closer to ordinary Russians.

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      The special military operation may end with a ceasefire and a transition to a peace process under Moscow's strict conditions.

      Photo: mil.ru

      July 31 – IA SM.News. Russia aims to complete the special military operation this year; however, the exact timelines depend on numerous external and internal factors. 14:22 31.07.2026 Kazan.Sm.News - Kazan

      The special military operation may end with a ceasefire and a transition to a peace process under Moscow's strict conditions.

      Photo: mil.ru

      July 31 – IA SM.News. Russia aims to complete the special military operation this year; however, the exact timelines depend on numerous external and internal factors. 14:22 31.07.2026 Kazan.Sm.News - Kazan