Second Cold War must be fought to prevent World War III

London: Former British military officer Richard Shirreff has advised not to hold any talks or negotiations with Russia to stop the conflict in Ukraine. This is what Russian President Vladimir Putin wants and will make Russia strong again, Shirreff warned. At this time, he also warned that if World War III were to be stopped, the West would have to fight the Second Cold War.

Last week, there were reports that the United States was pressuring Ukraine’s President to hold talks with Russia to stop the war, given the growing threat of Russian nuclear attacks. A leading US daily claim in this regard. Last week, US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Against this background, the claim of the US daily is noteworthy.

The Russia-Ukraine conflict has been going on for more than eight months and there has been no indication from both sides to end the conflict. On the contrary, there are indications that the conflict in eastern and southern Ukraine is intensifying. Russia has also pounded the Ukrainian military over the past few weeks with heavy strikes in Ukraine using missiles and drones. At the same time, the issue of the Russian nuclear attack has also come to the fore, and Russia’s statements and movements have become uncomfortable for the international community, including Western countries.

With the growing threat of a nuclear war, the United States has begun to pressure Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. A few days ago, Zelenskyy approved a Ukraine resolution that there would be no negotiations with the Russian President. The United States has objected to this and the US officials have insisted that Zelenskyy should set aside this ban and open the way for talks with Russia.

Although the US stands firmly behind Ukraine, many allies are fed up with the prolonged Ukraine conflict. Besides, European countries have begun to say that this conflict cannot continue for many years. After eight months of conflict, many European countries’ economies are in crisis and public discontent is also increasing. Against this background, the statement of the British official is drawing attention.