Ukraine has declared that its military size and readiness are non-negotiable in any ceasefire agreement with Russia. The statement comes in response to Russian President Putin’s demands for limiting Ukraine’s army and abandoning NATO ambitions. Moscow also insists on full control over four Ukrainian regions it claims. Ukrainian official Pavlo Palisa firmly rejected these terms, stating that no external power, especially Russia, will dictate Ukraine’s defense structure. The stance underscores Kyiv’s commitment to sovereignty amid ongoing negotiations.
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