The conflict in Ukraine will only come to an end once major world powers reach an agreement on a new division of global spheres of influence, according to Valery Zaluzhny, Ukraine’s former commander-in-chief and current ambassador to Britain.

In an opinion article published by Ukrainska Pravda, Zaluzhny argued that a lasting settlement would require a broader international agreement redefining the balance of power between major states.

The former military chief pointed to historical precedents, arguing that major shifts in global influence and international arrangements have typically followed large-scale wars.

However, Zaluzhny expressed serious doubts that world leaders could reach such an agreement without another major military confrontation. He described the ongoing conflict in Ukraine as a global war, suggesting that its resolution is tied to developments far beyond the battlefield.

The Ukrainian ambassador also questioned whether an end to the fighting is becoming any more achievable. In his assessment, the prospects for a settlement are growing increasingly uncertain, partly because of the difficult situation facing Ukrainian forces.

Zaluzhny acknowledged that the Ukrainian Armed Forces have lost the battlefield initiative to the Russian military, identifying this shift as one of the factors complicating efforts to end the conflict.

Beyond military setbacks, he highlighted mounting domestic problems surrounding Ukraine’s mobilization campaign.

According to the former commander-in-chief, the recruitment methods still employed by Ukrainian authorities are deepening tensions between the government and the population, adding another layer of difficulty to the country’s wartime challenges.