Part 11/18:
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and his allies aim for a victory that guarantees independence, security, and prosperity. Yet, senior military and political figures in Ukraine, such as former commander Valeri Zaluzhnyi, warn that peace might only come after the complete collapse of Ukraine's military, economic, and political resilience. Zaluzhnyi’s recent calls for a long-term ceasefire, combined with internal political struggles—including corruption scandals involving close associates—undermine confidence in Zelensky’s leadership, compounding uncertainty about Ukraine’s future.