Kyiv, Ukraine: Recent comments from Larry Johnson, a former CIA officer, during an interview with the YouTube channel Dialogue works, have ignited discussions about the United States’ potential shift in support away from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. These speculations come amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, raising questions about the future of Zelenskyy’s leadership.
Johnson pointed out signs of eroding trust from Washington towards Zelenskyy, suggesting a possible plan to hold him responsible for recent setbacks. “They are preparing to give orders to the Ukrainian military and say: ‘Go ahead, get rid of Zelenskyy,'” he remarked. However, Johnson noted that it’s unclear whether this implies a physical threat to Zelenskyy or just his removal from power.
The situation for Zelenskyy is reportedly becoming more challenging, with Johnson also mentioning a potential shift in US support towards Valerii Zaluzhnyi, the Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. This speculation is supported by recent reports from Ukrainian media about an increasing confrontation between Zelenskyy and Zaluzhnyi.
A key moment fueling these rumors was Zaluzhnyi’s interview with The Economist, where he stated that the Ukrainian Armed Forces had reached an impasse. Zelenskyy quickly responded with criticism, highlighting the tension between the two leaders.
Additional reports citing Ukrainian political sources indicate that Zelenskyy is contemplating elections but is waiting for guarantees that Zaluzhnyi will not be involved. This adds complexity to the political situation within Ukraine.
In a recent interview with The Sun, Zelenskyy himself criticized the military’s political involvement, perceived by many as a direct reference to Zaluzhnyi and an acknowledgment of their conflict.
