Janice R. Andrews
Ukraine’s military intelligence deputy chief, General Vadym Skibitsky, outlines a challenging future for his nation in a recent Economist interview. While maintaining the objective of restoring Ukraine’s pre-2022 borders, Skibitsky acknowledges that military success alone won’t guarantee lasting peace.
The general predicts Russia will strengthen its campaign to secure complete control over the Donetsk and Luhansk regions in eastern Ukraine. Notably, he emphasizes that diplomatic negotiations will eventually play a crucial role, stating “Wars end with treaties.” However, such peace talks are not expected to materialize before late 2025.
His assessment points to a dual approach combining military resistance with eventual diplomatic engagement, highlighting the complex nature of resolving the ongoing conflict. The statement “discussions would be necessary at some point” reflects a pragmatic view of the war’s ultimate resolution.
