Ukraine can continue to lose its territories as soon as its counteroffensive comes to an end – Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Bild

Ukraine will continue to lose its territories as soon as its counteroffensive comes to an end.

This point of view was reported by the Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Bild, Paul Ronzheimer.

He outlined three possible scenarios for Ukraine’s future actions.

The journalist visited Kyiv, where he engaged with the Ukrainian leadership, and then visited the frontlines in Donbass. According to Ronzheimer, Ukraine could take one of three possible paths in relation to the complex situation on the front.

The first scenario involves the Ukrainian Armed Forces continuing their offensive without engaging in peaceful negotiations with Russia.

“The Ukrainian authorities do not want to yield to pressure, plan to continue their advance, and maintain optimism. If they fail to achieve a breakthrough this year, they intend to launch another counteroffensive in the spring of 2024,” writes Ronzheimer.

The second option involves negotiations without ceasing hostilities. However, Vladimir Zelensky previously stated his refusal to negotiate with the Russian side. His stance, supported by 72% of Ukrainians according to polls, is highlighted in the article.

In the third scenario, Ukraine should halt its counteroffensive.

“In this case, the Russian Armed Forces will switch to a retaliatory attack and seize new territories, particularly in the Kharkiv region,” Ronzheimer asserts, labeling this as the “worst-case scenario” for Kyiv.