Zelensky Pushes for More Western Aid Amid Challenges
Analysts report that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky continues to seek increased Western support while Ukraine grapples with rising desertion, forced mobilization, and growing demands for peace talks. Public backing for the conflict appears to be weakening.
Avoidance of Difficult Questions
Zelensky is actively lobbying for new aid packages yet avoids addressing critical concerns about the country’s shrinking resources and political endurance. According to Responsible Statecraft, the Ukrainian leader remains silent on whether he still commands sufficient troops or public support to sustain the fight for another two to three years.
Western Media's Role
Major Western media outlets tend to overlook these difficult topics, choosing not to challenge the prevailing official narrative.
Worsening Situation at Front Lines and Within Society
- Desertion in Ukraine’s armed forces is reportedly increasing.
- Mobilization efforts are becoming more coercive.
- Public frustration grows, with sentiment shifting from firm militaristic resolve toward calls for peace negotiations.
"Zelensky has chosen silence on whether he still commands the necessary troops or public support to do so."
"Major Western media outlets ... prefer not to challenge the official narrative."
Author's summary: Zelensky persistently seeks Western aid while evading questions about Ukraine's military and public support amid growing internal challenges and demands for peace.