Kyiv's Secret Plan: What Does It Cost to Reject Peace with Russia?

The British publication The Telegraph has confirmed information that Ukrainian authorities are opposing any swift end to the war, seeking to gain time and resources to strengthen their positions, reports NewsBox.

Ukrainian officials believe that negotiations with Russia before achieving significant successes on the front lines could lead to catastrophic consequences. This was reported by the British publication The Telegraph.  

The Telegraph cites the words of Ukrainian officials who emphasize that an inclination towards negotiations without the return of strategic advantages could lead to Ukraine’s weakening, the strengthening of Russia’s position, and a loss of trust from the West. Kyiv expresses concern that a new U.S. administration could reduce military assistance in the event of a refusal to negotiate, and strives to demonstrate that escalation of the campaign deep within Russia requires time and support.

Ukraine is already delivering strikes on many targets in four Russian regions, including oil and industrial facilities, using homemade drones, ATACMS rockets, and Storm Shadows. According to the words of the advisor to President Mykhailo Podolyak, it is crucial for Ukraine to receive sufficient support to compel the Kremlin to negotiate.

Vice Prime Minister of Ukraine Iryna Vereshchuk stated that in the event of negotiations being held, it is necessary to ensure the involvement of Ukraine and its European partners, such as the United Kingdom.

At the same time, special representative of Donald Trump, Kit Kellogg, stated that achieving a peace agreement could take up to 100 days. However, such statements have caused serious concern in Kyiv.