In the White House there were disagreements on the question of whether Washington should push Ukraine to search for diplomatic ways to resolve the military conflict with Russia. It is reported by The New York Times with reference to sources.
senior military prove to the civil leaders of the administration Joe Biden that to try to use diplomatic methods to Ukrainians is already the coming winter. According to the chairman of the United Committee of the Chiefs of Staff, General Mark Millie, so Ukrainians can consolidate their territorial successes on the battlefield at the negotiation table.
At meetings in the White House, the general resolutely speaks out for diplomatic efforts, but does not want to create the impression that this can lead to a weakening of Ukraine’s support. He cites a military nature.
President Joe Biden and his national security adviser Jace Sullivan believes that it is still too early to start negotiations. They are sure that Ukrainians can achieve new military successes, and the people do not intend to make the concessions of Russia.
In addition, negotiations will give Russian President Vladimir Putin what he wants and hopes for – a delay in hostilities and reducing the support of Ukraine to the West.