“terrorists”

Motherfucker (maybe literally), you attacked them!

i.e. We are losing and will seek a truce within a year.

narcissistic DARVO gambit

Putin’s getting old and a bit forgetful if he can’t remember that he is the terrorist.

Also, their propaganda machine is viciously determined as ever, having now polarized all of NATO.

It’s what makes Putin think he’s so winning.