 Czech general urges readiness for bad scenario for Ukrainian counter-offensive. General Karol Rika, the chief of the General Staff of the Czech Republic, believes that Ukraine's upcoming counter-offensive against the Russian Federation will not necessarily change the situation on the battlefield and is urging people to prepare for a protracted war. Rika said it in an interview with Build. Rika said the most important prerequisite for the success of the Ukrainian counter-offensive is not the equipment provided to Ukraine, but the will of Ukrainian society, which in his opinion is still very strong. I personally believe that we should be ready for a bad scenario along war. The chief of the Czech General Staff added, according to Rika, this means the West will have to support Ukraine with weapons for many years. Each country has its own capabilities, potential and characteristics. We must work together as one team, with everyone trying to contribute within their capabilities. And we must listen to Ukrainians. They know best what they need. Rika believes. For this reason, the Czech general is calling on Europe to provide Ukraine with more than just weapons and military training. No less important is our will to support Ukraine on all fronts. Morally, diplomatically, financially and in other areas, such as education, culture, reconstruction, etc. We must be able to explain to our public that supporting Ukraine is morally right and a necessary investment in our own security and defence. And there is a struggle in the information space. We must not underestimate this, he added. The Russians believe that time is on their side. We must show them that they are wrong. The chief of the Czech General Staff concluded.