Three years ago, the criminal Putin regime launched a large-scale invasion of Ukraine, seeking to wipe out the Ukrainian state and destroy the Ukrainian nation. However, despite the numerical superiority and inhumanity of the aggressor, Ukraine is steadfastly and heroically fighting back the invader, defending not only its freedom, but also blocking the path of tyranny and destruction for the entire civilized world. Ukraine is the embodiment of courage and heroism, which has become an example for each of us. Ukraine has become a symbol of indomitable will and determination, proving that the spirit of freedom can resist any tyranny.
On the third anniversary of the full-scale invasion, we firmly state our unwavering position: Putin is a murderer, a war criminal and a liar. All the servants of Putin’s dictatorship involved in this aggression must be brought to a fair trial and punished for their crimes. Ukraine deserves to be restored to its internationally recognized borders – fully, without any compromise or concessions to the aggressor.
We appeal to all democratic countries to increase their support for Ukraine by providing it with the most modern, high-tech and effective weapons necessary to repel aggression and restore its territorial integrity.
We also call for the rejection of any negotiations with Putin. Putin is an international criminal who defies the entire civilized world. He will inevitably deceive and use negotiations to advance aggression. Any attempts to appease the tyrant are doomed to failure and will only lead to further escalation. The purpose of the negotiations that the Russian authorities are conducting with US representatives has nothing to do with peace. It is an attempt to impose capitulation on Ukraine on the aggressor’s terms. Under the guise of diplomacy, Putin seeks to divide and strangle Ukraine, using the Trump administration to advance his designs. The only path to lasting peace is total defeat and military defeat of Putin’s regime.
We strongly condemn the United States negotiations with Putin without Ukraine’s participation and consider President Donald Trump’s demands for the transfer of Ukrainian natural resources in exchange for aid to be absurd. Ukraine has been the victim of unjust and unprovoked aggression, a tragedy that would never have happened if Western countries had taken a tough and principled stand against the Russian dictator from the beginning. The continuation and strengthening of comprehensive, including military, support for Ukraine by democratic States is not an act of charity, but an obligation and a strategic investment in its own security.
We also support Ukraine’s decision not to hold elections in the face of Russian aggression. The election process involves political competition and power struggles – elements that, in a war situation, will inevitably lead to internal division, weaken the State apparatus, and divert resources from the primary task of defending the country.
This war is not just a fight for the fate of Ukraine, but a decisive battle for the future of the entire free world. The West must clearly understand: there is only one way to stop Putin – by acting with maximum determination and applying the toughest and most uncompromising measures. The dictator will not stop on his own. His goal is not only Ukraine, but also the destruction of international security, the subjugation of other states and the spread of chaos. Any weakness, any concession will become for him a signal for further aggression. The aggressor can be stopped only by force. He must suffer a crushing military defeat right on the territory of Ukraine. This is the only way to protect not only the freedom of the Ukrainian people, but also to protect the entire civilized world.
Glory to Ukraine!
The Free Russia Forum Council,
24.02.2025
