Ethereum's founder, Vitalik Buterin, labeled Putin as a devil and expressed that he does not seek peace, suggesting the war may end with a ceasefire rather than a peace treaty involving Putin.
Vitalik Buterin, the founder of the cryptocurrency Ethereum, has made provocative claims about Russian President Vladimir Putin, labeling him as a 'devil' and expressing doubts about his desire for peace in the ongoing conflict. According to Buterin, the war could potentially end this year, but he emphasized that any peace should be with the Russian populace rather than with Putin himself. He characterized Putin's approach as likely resulting in only a superficial ceasefire agreement, transitioning from an active conflict with Ukraine to a cold war stance against Europe.
Additionally, Buterin expressed skepticism towards the Russian opposition, arguing that those who left Russia during the political upheaval of 2021-22 are disconnected from the reality on the ground. He described the Russian citizens as not purely 'angels' or 'devils,' indicating a complex societal context amid war. Buterin’s comments provide an insight into the challenges facing any potential resolution to the conflict, as he argues that a genuine peace process must prioritize the interests of innocent Russian civilians and European nations alike.
His remarks, while critical of Putin, also highlight the dilemmas within the opposition movements in Russia, pointing to a need for a strong internal faction that can engage in what he referred to as a 'game of thrones' for power within Russia. The implications of Buterin's concentrated criticism of Putin suggest a deeper frustration with the ongoing war and a call for a more comprehensive strategy focused on achieving genuine peace in the region, free from the shadow of Putin's leadership.
