Zelenskyy publicly stated that Ukraine's peace proposals have support from figures within Putin's inner circle — a claim confirmed by Ukrinform and referenced in CFR analysis of ongoing Russia-Ukraine tensions. The statement reflects diplomatic positioning as the conflict continues with ongoing attacks and casualties, though Putin himself has shown no willingness to negotiate. Zelenskyy's claim about internal Kremlin support cannot be independently verified beyond his assertion, making the actual extent of such support within Putin's circle genuinely unknown.