Ukrainian military officers have expressed their reactions to the recent confrontation that unfolded in the Oval Office between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The exchange, which escalated into a heated argument, has sparked strong sentiments among the military personnel.
One officer, known by the call sign Aleks, conveyed his disregard for the peace offering made by Trump, stating that he would rather engage in a fight to the end than endure a temporary ceasefire that could potentially lead to renewed conflict in the future.
Another military officer, Stanislav Buniatov, shared his perspective on the situation through a post on Telegram. Buniatov criticized Trump's negotiation tactics, suggesting that the US President was attempting to exert dominance over Zelensky. He highlighted concerns about the potential implications of the proposed terms, which reportedly included the surrender of certain territories to Russia.
Buniatov raised objections to the notion of ceding control of cities like Zaporizhzhia, Kherson, and areas in the Donetsk region, emphasizing the impact such actions would have on the local populations. He insinuated that Trump's approach to the negotiations reflected a lack of regard for the Ukrainian people and implied that the US President was prioritizing Russian interests over those of Ukraine.
The statements made by these military officers underscore the deep-seated concerns within the Ukrainian military regarding the ongoing diplomatic interactions between the US and Ukraine. The tensions arising from the Oval Office exchange have reverberated within the military ranks, with officers expressing skepticism and apprehension about the potential outcomes of the negotiations.
