New intelligence reviewed by US and Western officials suggests Russian President Vladimir Putin may have shifted his immediate focus in the Ukraine war towards the shorter-term objectives of solidifying his hold on territory his forces have seized as well as boosting his country’s struggling economy,

Recent U.S. and Western intelligence assessments suggest that Russian leader Vladimir Putin may have shifterd his short-term goals in the war against Ukraine. He is now reportedly focusing on consolidating control over occupied territories and saving Russia’s struggling economy.

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced Monday a three-day cease-fire in its war with Ukraine is set to take place in May, but Ukrainian officials question its timing and validity.