The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, was applauded when he gave a speech before the European Parliament to ask for help in the face of Russia’s invasion of his country. The response was a standing ovation.
The Ukrainian leader, who has become something of a hero for his actions on the ground while dealing with his government, asked Parliament for help.
“We are dealing with lives. Without you, Ukraine will be alone. We have proven our strength… Show that you will not leave us alone. Then life will conquer death,” Zelensky said.
The representatives of the 27 member states of the European Union listened to the message via videoconference.
“This It is the price of freedom. We are only fighting for our land. And for our freedom, despite the fact that all the cities of our country are now blocked”, said Zelensky.
The translator’s voice was broken, especially when Zelensky spoke about the right of Ukrainians to defend their children, to see them alive.
“We are fighting for our rights, for our freedom, for our lives and now we are fighting for our survival”, Zelensky stated.
“We desire to see our children alive. I think itȦsa fair one.”
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was met with a standing ovation from the European Parliament after a powerful speech that caused the EU translator on the English language feed to choke up with emotion. pic.twitter.com/kTlBGO6GEq
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Zelensky stressed that his country will not be “broken”.
“No one is going to break us. We are strong. We are Ukrainians”, closed Zelensky.
The president raised his fist, while receiving an ovation from the European representatives.
So far, States The United States and its allies in Europe have sent humanitarian aid to Ukraine, as well as funds for military equipment.