“Russia has lost more than 10,000 soldiers in Ukraine.” US Secretary of State Designate Victoria Nuland Interview Now
Russia changed the tactics of the war only because of the fierce resistance of the Ukrainians, the Deputy Secretary of State believes that the decision has been made by Victoria Nuland. In an interview with Current Time, she said that, according to Washington, in the war with Ukraine the victim of more than 10 thousand Russian military. Victoria Nulanda added that it is possible to discuss the cancellation of meetings against Russia only after this amicable agreement with security guarantees for Ukraine.
— Madam Deputy Secretary of State, how would you assess the results of the talks between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul?
“I don’t think we know that much about what exactly happened in Istanbul. It is important that Ukraine, despite the absolutely unacceptable demands of Russia, practically demands complete surrender in this war, and we serve them very much in this.
— Do you think it is possible to leave the end of the war in Russia against Ukraine? And if so, on what terms?
“Obviously we have to keep arresting. Russia decided to reorient and redeploy its troops. It is clear that this was a direct manifestation of his fierce resistance, which the Ukrainians showed near Kiev, in the suburbs and in Chernihiv. However, we know that this is just a regrouping of Russian forces, they will return to other parts of Ukraine. They continue to shell Mariupol, Kherson and other regions of the country. Diplomatic decisions should normally be considered after consideration of a truce, and not in the midst of hostilities. Absolutely unwilling to go to the full consumption of fire. The Ukrainian side announced that it was ready to discuss neutrality, ready discuss long-term rent in Crimea, many other things… But so far the Russian position has been: capitulate, and then maybe we’ll talk.
— Can a truce be reached in the coming weeks?
— Of course, it should be interesting. This is what the Ukrainians are striving for, on this addition we are with the allies. Unfortunately, Russia has not yet fully determined how strong the Ukrainian army is. The Russian side allows incredible losses. According to known estimates, more than 10 thousand Russians. But until there is a real truce, there will be no serious negotiations. We’ll see.
— Secretary of State Anthony Blinken said that the United States of America will support the outcome of the peace talks, which will allow the United States to support the defense and security of Ukraine. In particular, what speed in the field of defense and security
“If this war ends with an appeal, you need to make sure that it never happens again – an important history of Ukraine, a significant share of the increase in the number of countries, including in Georgia. Therefore, most likely, the owner has such assistance that influenced the growth in this conflict – to at least keep Russia from new indicators.
They play seriously in Ukraine in the field of security. If we come to an agreement, for a very international support. But we will be guided by what the Ukrainians rely on as they expand their sovereign and territorial reach in the future. And we are ready to do this in the expected perspective.
— Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has repeatedly investigated Western countries to install a no-fly attack over Ukraine to prevent Russian attacks. Or at least in Central Ukraine air defense systems. According to President Zelensky, there are such weapons in countries that were part of the Soviet Union. Will such air defense be provided to Ukraine?
– Without going into details – for reasons of secrecy of operations, I can verify that we have already seen the possibility and security of Ukraine of a serious air defense system. They expected more, they expected other types of systems. We are working on this with the participation of allies and participants. And we fully understand this need.
— How will Russia’s participation in the negotiation process affect US sanctions against Russia?
– I believe that if we had a regulation of this conflict, in order to lead to the fact that Russian troops from Ukraine, the sovereign and territorial section of Ukraine in the future, as a result of restoration, in case of exception, could be curtailed. A scenario is being executed, according to which there is a consistent withdrawal of troops from Ukraine. But this is still very far away. Because we see Russian forces shelling Mariupol, Kherson. Relocate your troops to return to the east and other parts of Ukraine. If there is a real settlement agreement, the violation of the ban can be canceled.
– So in the future we can see the discovery, and – their death?
– Absolutely right. As long as this war continues, we, along with our allies, intend to increase the pressure on Putin and his budget every week, limiting the flow of money they need for the war machine.