Statements about the fact that the enemy is allegedly ready for negotiations are mostly directed at the countries of the West and the Global South.

At the same time, the conditions put forward by russia do not provide for the de-occupation of all Ukrainian territories, and therefore are not acceptable to our country.

This was stated by Vadym Skibitskyi, a representative of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine, in aninterview with RBC-Ukraine.

“Any negotiations give russia time to restore its potential, build up its forces and create strategic reserves to continue its aggression. And we have seen this since 2014 – nothing has changed here. [...] putin’s intentions are obvious: control over our territory and its complete occupation,” - Vadym Skibitskyi reminded.

He also said that the current volume of mobilization in russia (which is 1,000-1,100 people daily) is mainly used to replenish the losses suffered by the aggressor’s army in the war against Ukraine.

“To create a powerful strategic reserve, they really need mobilization – that's for sure. Will putin dare to do it? It is unlikely before the elections. In the future, we'll see. But all the conditions for mobilization at any time have been created in russia,” – said Vadym Skibitskyi.