Zelensky: Ukraine’s victory in the war means preserving independence even in the most challenging times
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reiterated that the main achievement for our country in the ongoing war against aggressors is the preservation of state integrity and independence.
In an interview with ABC News, he emphasized that as long as the Kremlin’s leader, Vladimir Putin, has not fully succeeded in occupying Ukraine, resistance continues, and victory remains within reach.
Zelensky stated that Russia’s primary goal is the destruction of Ukrainian sovereignty and the capture of the entire territory, but currently, these aims have not been realized.
“Putin wants to annihilate us and seize all of Ukraine, but he has not won — this means Ukraine remains ours, and the war goes on,” he said.
He highlighted that the fight is extremely tough and costly but maintaining national identity is the greatest victory.
“As long as our country isn’t fully occupied, we are winning.
The war is painful and expensive, but our main goal is survival — to keep ourselves as an independent nation and preserve our identity,” Zelensky stressed.
The president also responded to questions about the potential visit of Putin to Kyiv, indicating that such actions by the Kremlin leader will depend on circumstances.
A recent sociological survey showed that 80% of Ukrainians believe in victory, though this figure has slightly decreased compared to previous months, which stood at 88%.
The remaining 16% do not believe in victory, and 4% are unsure.
Experts note that war is not only about geography but also about resource management and strategic calculations.
Victory or defeat is a long-term process with accumulations and resilience, ultimately determining the true victor.
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