Zaluzhnyi says Ukraine will never join NATO

Valerii Zaluzhnyi, the former Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, has declared that Ukraine will never become a member of NATO. Zaluzhnyi, who has extensive experience working within NATO's frameworks, stated that despite years of assurances, Ukraine has only received promises regarding its potential accession to the alliance.

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He said that for many years he worked according to NATO rules. But he only heard promises that Ukraine could join.

According to Zaluzhnyi, the current state of the Ukrainian military does not meet the requirements for joining the alliance. He attributes this situation, in part, to NATO's adherence to what he described as outdated regulations. His comments suggest a critical view of the alliance's processes and readiness to integrate new members like Ukraine.

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Zaluzhnyi believes that the current level of the Ukrainian army does not allow the country to join the Alliance.

Zaluzhnyi also underscored the critical importance of international support for Ukraine's ongoing defense efforts. He asserted that the nation's capacity to sustain its fight against the ongoing conflict is entirely dependent on the assistance provided by its allies. This statement highlights the precarious position Ukraine faces without consistent external backing.

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Zaluzhnyi also emphasizes that Ukraine can only continue the war with the help of allies.