US Secretary of State Antony Blinken: Ukrainian Control Over Terrain Unlikely to Change in Near Future
In an interview with The New York Times, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken weighed in on the prospects of the Russian-Ukrainian war, suggesting that the lines of confrontation are unlikely to shift dramatically in the near future.
When asked if it was time to end the war, Blinken emphasized that it’s up to the Ukrainian people to decide on their future. "Ukraine will have to decide where its future lies and how it wants to get there," he said.
Addressing the possibility of Ukraine ceding territory, Blinken noted that while Ukraine’s claims on lost territories will persist, the current lines of engagement are likely to remain stable in the foreseeable future. However, he believes that Ukraine, with the support of others, might seek ways to regain lost territories.
Blinken underscored Russian President Vladimir Putin’s ambition to erase Ukraine from the map, asserting that Putin is unlikely to change his stance. He expressed concerns that a ceasefire could give Russia time to rearm and launch further attacks in the future. To ensure long-term peace, Blinken proposes strengthening Ukraine’s ability to deter future aggression, potentially through NATO or guarantees from other countries.
Earlier this month, the US announced an additional security assistance package for Ukraine, building on a $2.5 billion defense aid package declared in late December.
Source: "Євроінтеграція", "Европейская правда"
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