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The renewed focus on the ‘Mindichgate’ scandal, the actions of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) and the statements made by the President’s former press secretary, Yulia Mendel, are linked to international political developments surrounding the war in Ukraine.
Ukraine is not considering any options for ceding territory in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions. At the same time, against the backdrop of the ongoing war and the mutual exhaustion of the parties, scenarios for a possible freeze on the conflict are being discussed with increasing frequency.
Following the recent tragedy in Kyiv, criticism has been levelled at initiatives to legalise the carrying of weapons by civilians and at the work of law enforcement agencies
This year's Munich Security Conference passed without any major scandals or demonstrative conflicts. But behind the careful diplomacy, there were much tougher signals than it might seem at first glance. If we strip away the ceremoniality, there remain three strategic lines that directly determine Ukraine's future.
