Yes, his crimes have been terrible. The loss of lives and livelihoods is tragic. That's why I think the opportunity must be seized for a reprieve.

Look at the Saudis and their bombing of Yemen; they've caused the worst famine in the 21st century and are actively committing genocide. Funny how the West not only negotiates with them, but supplies their bombs!

It's not the truth that we can't negotiate with Putin, it's that we just don't want to.

The commentary reaction to this article is a testament to that.