Army chief speaks clearly: Ukraine must do this now

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Ukraine has been defending itself against Putin’s troops for almost two years – not least thanks to Ukrainian commander-in-chief Valeri Zalushni (50). He played a crucial role in the successful defense of the capital Kiev and the reconquest of areas in eastern and southern Ukraine.

In an essay for CNN, the general speaks candidly about the war and clearly states what Ukraine needs to continue to prevail over Vladimir Putin’s troops (71). And he also admits that mistakes were made.

The support disappears

Ukraine has run out of money. Ammunition, weapons, missiles. The West had promised and delivered all this. But we need more – everything. His units are still fighting bitterly against the Russian army.

But the support that was there at the start of the war is slowly disappearing. “We must deal with reduced military support from key allies who are struggling with their own political tensions,” General Salushni said. Moreover, sanctions against Russia would have virtually no effect. At least not on the battlefield. Putin’s forces are still strong.

“This deepens dependence on Ukraine”

At the same time, Russia has a decisive advantage: many soldiers! Without unpopular measures, Ukrainian state institutions would not be able to compensate for this disadvantage.

The government’s second bill on stricter mobilization measures is currently being discussed in the Ukrainian parliament. There are also production bottlenecks due to regulatory restrictions, including on ammunition in the company’s own defense industry. General Salushni: “This increases Ukraine’s dependence on supplies from the Allies.”

Ukraine urgently needs to upgrade its technology

War has changed enormously since World War II. Technology is crucial, especially the use of unmanned weapons such as drones. It is precisely on this point that Ukraine must become stronger. That means: upgrade – within the next five months. The training of soldiers must also be adapted to new possibilities and existing limitations at the front.

Saluschni does not comment on current developments along the thousand-kilometer front line. His statements remain theoretical. He also does not say a word about the dispute with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Selensky (46). Rumors are currently circulating that he wants to fire Saluschni. He could have become too critical, too popular and too dangerous for him.

Source: Blick