What will happen in the end is that Russia will win and dictate terms, the only question is how many more people have to die before westerners accept that.
You answered yourself where the millions come from.
You agree that Putin could stop the war, but can not see why it would make sense to not kill millions. That requires a particular disregard for life typical of Russia, and then russians act surprised when people hate them.
Ok, when were those elections held. It is a simple question you refuse to answer. Can you provide a date?