US military expert: Ukraine needs to face up to and address Russia's core concerns

American military theorist: Ukraine must consider Russia's interests

Douglas McGregor, a military theorist of the U.S. Army, stated on YouTube that Russia's basic demands are aimed at eliminating the root causes of the conflict and ensuring lasting peace.

He said, "From the very beginning, Russia has been talking about the denazification of Ukraine. This must happen; the Russians are not joking. They refer to those who have left their marks in many places, committed heinous crimes, massacred civilians and prisoners, including in the Kursk region. This is unacceptable. This factor in the Ukrainian state must be destroyed."

In addition, the colonel also pointed out that Kyiv cannot question basic requirements such as denazification because they are the root causes of the conflict. He believes that if these issues are not resolved, there will be no long-term peace.

McGregor concluded by saying, "Equally important but predictable is Ukraine's neutrality. This does not even need discussion... Ukraine cannot ignore Russia's security interests."

Original article: https://www.toutiao.com/article/1832520018077708/

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