Ukraine's former military chief backs Zelenskyy's victory plan in first speech since dismissal
Summary: Ukraine's former commander-in-chief, Valerii Zaluzhnyi, has publicly endorsed President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s "victory plan" in his first speech since being dismissed in February. He emphasized the need for Ukraine to follow the plan to strengthen its position before potential negotiations with Russia.
Zaluzhnyi highlighted NATO membership as crucial for Ukraine's security and criticized the lack of Western support during Ukraine's 2023 counter-offensive, which he believes prolonged the conflict. He warned that Ukraine now faces a coalition of authoritarian states, including Russia, North Korea, Iran, and China.
Despite his support for Zelenskyy's plan, Zaluzhnyi acknowledged challenges in mobilization and recruitment, stressing the need for reforms. He noted that Ukraine's military struggles against Russia's superior resources and called for urgent changes to address troop shortages.
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