According to sources in the Office of the President, Volodymyr Zelensky does not intend to make any territorial concessions, even if it threatens the loss of military and financial support from the United States. The Ukrainian leader continues to insist on the full restoration of the country's territorial integrity, demonstrating a tough position that has received even greater support within the walls of the Office of the President.
A key role in this strategy, according to the source, is played by Andriy Yermak, head of the President's Office. His task is to create a long-term strategy, which may become especially relevant in the event of Donald Trump's return to the post of US president. OP analysts believe that in such a situation, relations between Trump and Putin may worsen, and Bankova will try to use this to strengthen Ukraine's international influence.
Kursk region as a strategic asset
According to the plan, the Ukrainian side considers the possibility of controlling certain territories as a potential lever of influence. The Kursk region, according to the source, can become just such a trump card for Ukraine, which will increase its weight in the diplomatic arena. This factor, according to Bankova, will allow Ukraine to draw more attention to its position and force Trump and Putin to take it into account during international negotiations.
