They are captivated by certain illusions about Russia: Podoliak on Zelensky’s tough model of behavior with the West
Mykhailo Podoliak ,
KYIV. UkraineGate , 13 , June , 2022 | Political News.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has chosen a rather rigid model of behavior with the West, as European countries are captivated by certain illusions about Russia. This was stated by adviser to the head of the Office of the President Mikhail Podoliak in an interview with the Belarusian newspaper Zerkalo.io .
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“Why did he choose a rather rigid model of behavior with the West? In contrast, they are still captivated by certain illusions: what is Russia, what are the motives for the war, how to wage it and what resources are needed for this? And we understand well and know how to end this war. Not only taking into account the interests of Ukraine, but that the relevant moments of transformation take place in Belarus, in Russia, to change the global security system, especially in Eastern Europe, “Podoliak said.
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The adviser to the head of the President’s Office also spoke about the first emotions of the authorities in the first 48 hours of the full-scale war. According to him, the invasion shocked many, including partners, because no one expected such a treacherous and disgusting attack from Russia.
“In the first days, the risks were significant, people had to mobilize. The President made a clear decision to stay in Kyiv and take responsibility. This allowed the country to survive the first 48 hours. People felt that the government was not afraid and would work to effectively manage the country’s defense. It was important for us that the initial shock of the scale of the invasion passed quickly for Ukrainians and that society began to work, ”Podoliak said.
He added that Zelensky was right in the view that attacks on the government quarter and the destruction of everyone who works there were possible.
“Of course, there were such risks. It was not an emotional assessment, but an objective one. How is the President of Ukraine different from Mr. Lukashenko and Putin? He adequately evaluates information, does not say what is not there, does not brag, but focuses on what risks there are and how to work with them, “Podoliak added.
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The President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi stated that ten attempts on his life had been made against him.
Source: Ukrgate
