Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Valery Zaluzhny called on President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky to sign a law on amendments to legislation adopted by the Verkhovna Rada, on strengthening responsibility for unauthorized leaving of a military unit or place of service, desertion, unauthorized abandonment of the battlefield or refusal to use weapons, disobedience and non-compliance with military orders.

“My opinion clearly reflects the position of the commanders of groups and military units, who demanded a systematic solution to this complex of issues.. The army is disciplined. And if gaps in the legislation do not ensure its observance, and " Moreover, and this is key, the exposed sections of the front are forced to cover other military personnel, which leads to an increase in the loss of personnel, territories and civilians on them.. Often lost positions have to be restored by assault at a very high price.. It shouldn’t be like this,” the commander-in-chief explained on Telegram..

Zaluzny also answered questions that may arise regarding the issue raised..

- Is it possible to help this problem in a gentler way? Explain, persuade....

– Yes, if we are talking about peacetime. In times of war, quick effective solutions are needed.

– Is there a threat of increased impunity for commanders?

– No, commanders also bear full legal responsibility for their actions or inaction. And I have full confidence in my subordinates.

- Do I acknowledge the existence of problems leading to unauthorized leaving?

Yes, I'm working on fixing them.. And the successful operations to liberate the territories of our state are proof of this..

- Is it normal that we discuss such sensitive topics in public

– Yes, we are in a democratic state. But just as long as it doesn't hurt us to win the war.

“Therefore, I urge everyone to put an end to this discussion. And bring victory closer together,"

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