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Reuters
Reuters
Politics
By Jan Lopatka and Robert Muller

Czech president gives Ukraine's offensive high chance of success

Czech President Petr Pavel reacts after an interview with Reuters at Prague Castle in Prague, Czech Republic, May 12, 2023. REUTERS/David W Cerny

Ukraine's planned counteroffensive to win back territory occupied by Russia has a good chance of success but may bring high casualties if Russia uses its prepared defences well, Czech President and former NATO general Petr Pavel said on Friday.

Pavel, 61, said in an interview that Ukraine needs support for NATO and European Union entry but joining either will be a lengthy process, though talks on the EU accession could start this year.

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