Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky insists that the country is not losing the war against Russia as the conflict enters its fourth year, despite pressures to negotiate.
In an exclusive interview with AFP, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky addressed the ongoing conflict as it approaches the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion, highlighting the uncertain outcome of the war and the pressure for negotiations from international figures, including former US President Donald Trump. Zelensky emphasized that while the country is enduring one of its toughest winters and dealing with weariness among its citizens and military forces, the narrative that Ukraine is losing the war is inaccurate.
Zelensky remarked, "You cannot say that we are losing the war. I am honestly saying, we are really not losing, truly. The question is, whether we will win." This reflects the confidence of Ukraine's leadership in their ongoing resistance against Russian forces, stressing that the war is a costly affair with high stakes. As the conflict continues to take a heavy toll, the implications of a potential negotiation or agreement with Russia remain fraught with uncertainties, especially as the civilian and military fatalities grow amidst the fighting.
The war has been described as the bloodiest conflict in Europe since World War II, arising from the order given by Vladimir Putin for a military incursion on February 24, 2022. As the world watches, the situation remains tense, with significant casualties reported on both sides, and the future trajectory of the conflict remains a pressing concern for not only Ukraine but also the global community.
