Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zhelensky today denounced the nation in an emergency speech violation of “national sovereignty and territorial integrity” of Ukraine after the recognition of two self-proclaimed laity Donbass republics controlled by the separatists on behalf of Russia, stressing that he and his country are not “afraid”.
“Ukraine considers Russia’s latest actions a violation of the national sovereignty and territorial integrity of our state,” Zelensky said, adding that the Ukrainians are “on their territory”, “not afraid of anything or anyone” and will not cede. “Not a shred of the country’s land” to anyone.
He also stated that he expects from them western allies His country’s “clear” and “effective” support for Russia.
“We expect clear and effective steps of support from our partners,” he said in a statement to Ukrainians.
“It is very important that we now see who our true friend is,” he added.
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