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Kyiv’s former top commander says NATO is too outdated for Ukraine
politico.eu • • world
Key Points:
- Kyiv's Ambassador to the U.K. and former Commander-in-Chief Valerii Zaluzhnyi stated that Ukraine is unlikely to join NATO due to the alliance's reliance on outdated World War II doctrines and slow adaptation to modern warfare.
- Zaluzhnyi highlighted Ukraine's advanced military capabilities, particularly in drone and missile production, contrasting them with NATO's slower development and traditional strategies.
- Despite Ukraine's contributions to transatlantic security and participation in NATO exercises, the alliance has stalled Ukraine's membership application, with key allies like the U.S. opposing it.
- Zaluzhnyi's comments reflect broader Ukrainian frustration with NATO's hesitancy and underscore concerns about the alliance's readiness to counter evolving threats, including potential Russian aggression.
- The remarks come amid Zaluzhnyi's rumored political ambitions and his replacement as Ukraine's top commander by President Zelenskyy in 2024.
