French diplomat assesses Putin's victory path, US envoy role, Le Pen presidency risk

Sylvie Bermann, former French ambassador to Russia, argues Putin believes he is on a path to victory in Ukraine, citing Western fatigue and the influence of US envoys Witkoff and Kushner. She warns that a Marine Le Pen presidency could shift European policy toward Russia. The assessment is an opinion piece, not a confirmed shift in policy.

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