Only a handful of those who rule Russia are in favour of war – Ukraine's Defence Intelligence Chief

Friday, 1 September 2023, 14:10

Kyrylo Budanov, Chief of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine, has stated that there are almost no people among Russia's decision makers who support the continuation of the war.

Source: Budanov in an interview with TSN 

Quote: "In Russia, among those who actually make decisions, there are literally only a few who advocate war. Everyone understands that this is a collapse and that the sooner it is over, the better." 

Details: Budanov also said that it is good for Ukraine when officials and soldiers in Russia who speak out about the real situation are removed from their positions. 

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