I simply disagree. You’re reading the narrative. The narrative is what they want the public to quibble about. Narratives are discussed in the open.

National strategies remain the same regardless of what politicians say openly.

Minsk treaty - a distraction that doesn’t change national strategic objectives. Some idea Boris had to end the conflict - a narrative. Putin invaded for future Russian prosperity. Land, resources, geographic access to ports and good land for crops, etc. it’s essential. It’s not something you negotiate with. If you’re starving and going to die, can you be persuaded to not steal some bread 🥖? The idiot that says “ok” starves and dies.

Lie to the camera but continue doing what your advisors have game planned behind closed doors. Follow the game plan to keep you and your allies safe - say whatever you need to in order to keep the people focused on their TikTok and sports and red/blue politics.