‘Ukraine Too Weak, Can’t Retake Land’: Czech President Advises Zelensky To Focus On Survival

Czech President Petr Pavel has issued a stark warning that Ukraine lacks the military strength to retake its occupied territories without devastating losses. Speaking to the BBC, the former NATO official urged Kyiv to focus on survival and accept that some regions may remain under Russian control temporarily. He called for the West to prioritise economic and political pressure over military means, warning that this war “cannot be won on the battlefield.” Meanwhile, Russia continues to demand recognition of seized Ukrainian regions, which Kyiv rejects outright.