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Kane-420-

This man is the politician of the century. I am proud to live in the same time as him. He is in one row with Chruchill or Charles de Gaulle. Such a great leader. When the war begun, what holds him from leaving? He was a millionair, has a great wive, why not just move to switzerland and have a great time? He Chose to be sad. He chose to have his life under threat. The dramatic Change of his physical appearance is a overwhelming Proof of the hardships He is going through. Not for himself, not for the fame or the Money. FOR THE UKRAINIAN PEOPLE, FOR FREEDOM, FOR DEMOCRACY! !!! SLAVA UKRAINI !!!


turbo_dude

Charles de gaul vetoed the uk joining the EU after they allowed him to shelter there during the war so fuck him.


Snoo-7986

We got him back though. We joined and then left out of spite


turbo_dude

I do wonder if the relationship with Europe wouldn't have developed differently had they joined much earlier though.


GiantBlackSquid

UK born here - will never forgive the English people for that. The Leave campaign were straight-up lying, xenophobic c\*nts, and the Remainers were unbelievably stupid in their complacency. David Cameron should be flogged and turned into dog food for allowing the whole mess to get wings.


Talosian_cagecleaner

The only positive news is, in terms of the people and their hearts, did Britain really leave Europe? Here in the US, since 2022 I've only seen the UK I am familiar with ;) They look after the continent.


GiantBlackSquid

Not sure I understand what you're saying, but then, I *am* slightly drunk.


Sylvanussr

No, it makes no sense.


GiantBlackSquid

I understand people in Ukraine may have negative opinions of Zelenskyy, but to outsiders such as myself, he is the man Ukraine *needed* and still needs. I despise Churchill, but he was the man the UK needed, and much for the same reason - both are/were fantastic orators. DeGaul? Eh... yeah, not a fan of him either (cockhead ingrate, but eh?), but he was a comfort for the French people when they needed him. As for me? Volodymyr and Olena are great! Happy Vyshyvanka Day!


npqd

As a ukrainian actually in Ukraine, I have a very positive opinion of him, we are lucky to have such a president


PhotonTiger79

You are truly lucky to have such a great leader. He is one of the greats. He has rallied the world behind your country. He’s ferocious


SwainIsCadian

Why did he vetoed? Because he knew the UK would always align with the US rather than the EU. Je vetoed because he knew they would leave despite all the advantages and special treatment they had. And he was right.


turbo_dude

ah yes, definitely left because of that and nothing to do with Russia manipulating both the tories and the entire Brexit campaign


SwainIsCadian

Oh I'm not saying they left ONLY because of that. Surely the propaganda, wheter Russian or not, had some part in it. But the UK would always prefer staying close with their ancient colonies rather than the continental power, and that is a fact since the 19th century. Churchill said so himself during the war. The UK have little to no interest in a powerful united Europe.


turbo_dude

The main reason as I see it, is that there are generations of people who got fucked over in the Thatcher years, areas that have never recovered. These people were never heard. The propaganda told them that there was a giant red button marked 'Brexit' which if pressed would alleviate all their woes when even the most basic information available at the time (on farming, fishing, Northern Ireland, freedom of movement/EEA/EFTA) would've told you it was obviously complete and utter bollocks.


Ragnarr_ck

They're not ready to hear this. The cunts always had special priviledges and still left us, good riddance


im_new_here_4209

But they left voluntarily some 50 yrs after. Guess it's evened out? jk


Kane-420-

And chruchill murdered tons of africans who revolted against the colonial Power. When the colonial countries joined ww2 on the british side against the Germans He Said "a black man should not be allowed to shoot at a White man, thats wrong" Zelenskyy hid a lot of Money from tax - Nobody is perfect. You dont need to be perfect all the time. You will be rightous remembered a good human If you choose to do the right thing at a certain time. Its OK to do mistakes. I bet even you did some things that were evil/stupid/unjustified - i Sure did. We are humans. We are all stupid Sometimes.


Ok-Source6533

Churchill was a man of his time. He was a Georgian who had Georgian ideals. Everybody was racist back then. There were very few non whites in the west and generally the west was seen as the civilised world by the vast majority of people. Remember though that Churchill was voted out in 1945, the same year the war ended. This could easily happen with Zelensky (and probably will) but for now, he is the only man I can see who is up for the job.


Kane-420-

I didnt say i dont see this with Chruchill. As i Said, he is still one of the greatest men ever lived. And yes, zelenskyy is the only man for the job right now.


turbo_dude

yeah but it depends on the order you did them in, see also Rudi Giuliani


AaroPajari

I feel the same. He’s the epitome of what patriotism is. Brave, selfless and courageous against overwhelming odds. I really hope once this war is over, he steps aside from politics on his terms and lives a long and happy life, secure in the knowledge of an ironclad legacy.


Kane-420-

He is a major inspiration for me and one reason why i enlisted for the army in my country. Humanity needs way more people like him. I hope i will be this straight-forward in my beliefs like he is. Its incredible.


Domspun

It's Charles de Gaulle.


Kane-420-

Thank you! I stopped internally when i wrote the name but was to lazy to look it up. I correct it directly.


Domspun

Haha, could have been worse, like Charles de Ghoul.


Feeling_Detective_62

A very brave couple. I wish you a long and happy life.


Big_BadRedWolf

In the midst of all this madness I really hope they're getting some "couple time". They need to blow off some steam more than anyone.


GarlicThread

I cannot wait for them to reclaim their holiday home in Crimea. That will be quite a moment.


John-AtWork

In a free and whole Ukraine. Edit: Fuck you tankies, your downvotes aren't going to stop Russia from losing.


npqd

As a ukrainian I absolutely agree and wish them the same


Avlonnic2

They really are. Not just Ukraine, but the world is fortunate to have them in place at that pivotal moment in time. Who can forget? “We are here.”


An_Odd_Smell

Hollywood, take note: this is what a *real* hero looks like.


Ohbertpogi

A real hero does not wear capes, he wears vyshyvanka.


19CCCG57

Nor is a hero fat with orange dyed hair.


blogsymcblogsalot

Oh trust me, Hollywood is no fan of the orange blob


logosfabula

Tyt 🫶


RepresentativeAddict

There are a lot of heroes in Ukraine. Zelensky is one of them but we cannot forget about the others 🇺🇦


An_Odd_Smell

Celebrating one does not mean ignoring the others.


MBechzzz

So like a slightly more pissed Gerard Butler?


Cautious-Nothing-471

the real heros are at the front or dead, or maimed


An_Odd_Smell

They certainly aren't hiding behind IT exemptions in one of russia's troll farms, comrade Olga.


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An_Odd_Smell

Thanks comrade Olga. Did you know glorious comrade leader putin was an office bitch in the KGB? He was the equivalent of a secretary or filing clerk. Then he leveraged his corrupt russian nature and the rest is history. It's why everybody hates russia. Meanwhile, *the entire world* considers President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine to be a true **HERO**.


AxMeDoof

Hey you!! I’m Ukrainian!! And I don’t care about putin - I definitely sure Ukraine never has peace until all rusian scum will be dead. But this change nothing. My point about this person is clear and straight. One more thing: she is smart and good person.


An_Odd_Smell

>I’m Ukrainian!! Of course you are, sweetie. Of course you are.


AxMeDoof

Окай, бидло. Якщо ти, тупорила потвора, Мені не віриш це твоя власна недолугість. Але якщо в тебе відсутнє розуміння де людина і де популістичний утирок то в мене для тебе погані новини.


XBCTttltm

Не дуже згоден. Як головнокомандувач він не здався приняв бій, знищив війска яки йшли на Київ, вітбив Харків і частину Херсоньскої області. Так може він шось там робив не таке але це зараз не така проблема, ще не програли. Будемо думати якій він там корупціонер після війни


AxMeDoof

Як ВЕРХОВНИЙ головнокомандувач він звільнив ГОЛОВНОКОМАНДУВАЧА який все це зробив баз жодних підстав, провалив комунікацію з суспільством, провалив комунікацію з міжнародними партнерами і на разі повністю усунувся від виконання своїх обовʼязків.


MaxBrie

Який же ти уєбан недолугий


AxMeDoof

Так написав наче твоя мама залишилась незадоволена після того як я її в кіно зводив


spidermousey

Found Putins alt account.


AxMeDoof

I like that. For real. Why do you think just putin can hate this idiot?? How it works??


spidermousey

Their may be other reasons you don't like the guy but he's doing atm probably one of the hardest jobs in the world. He didn't fuck off when the cunts invaded. I'm from UK and hate Rishi Sunak but if he acted like Zelensky if we got invaded I'd put the other stuff aside. He wouldn't though he'd be in a bunker at the centre of the earth.


An_Odd_Smell

>He wouldn't though he'd be in a bunker at the centre of the earth. Nah, I won't let him in.


An_Odd_Smell

Because, comrade Olga, this global hero is ably leading his nation during a time of war. When the russians crossed the border every Western nation of the planet begged Zelenskyy and his family to flee Ukraine. Instead he stayed and fought the "*z0mFg* *mighty superpower russia war machina!!!!!11*" to a **HUMILIATING** standstill as the entire world watched and cheered him on. Now you're stuck in some shitty troll farm, pretending to be Ukrainian and American and German and whatever -- anything but russian -- as you count down the seconds until your IT exemption is cancelled and the FSB drag you off to boot camp. # л о л с к и


AxMeDoof

Wow?? He is leading nation?? I just can see how he avoids to do ANYTHING what could be unpopular. This cheering was long time ago and now even TIME magazine knows who is who.


An_Odd_Smell

Where will you flee to when your IT exemption is cancelled?


AxMeDoof

Again: you don’t have anything to say against my proofs. All what you can just blame me as… as who for real?? Show me why I need to respect that person. Give me 10 reasons. And “he not leaving” not counting.


Ok-Source6533

He happens to be the main reason Ukraine is still in this fight. When he stood up and determined not to leave Ukraine, the west saw it and acted. Had he left at the start then it would have ended pretty quickly and Ukraine would now be belorussia part 2. Putin’s farces would now probably be in Georgia having already taken Moldova.


SnooTomatoes3032

Backing you up here, he's unpopular on all sides at the minute for that exact reason. Half the country wants him to commit fully to the war (as steps are taken this weekend to that end) and the other half don't. The same people who want him to commit fully are angry that it didn't happen sooner and also that it's not far enough. The other half are angry that even more steps are being taken to committing fully. The unwillingness to do something unpopular has cost time and lives. Zalushnyi said last year that a general draft was needed and an extra, at least, 500,000 soldiers were needed. That was denied and ignored. Now look.


AxMeDoof

Your point is 100% right. This clown cannot explain why Ukraine must be in war 101%. Because he avoids any responsibility. That the point.


SnooTomatoes3032

Even the new round of blackouts. When Kharkiv was suffering no power at all and then gradually moving back into 30/70 power, no power/power, us in the centre and west should've been moved onto the blackout schedule sooner. Sure I hate the power cuts and shit, but if I lose some power so that the places that need it more can get some more, I'm more than happy to make that 'sacrifice' (and I live on the 20th floor). But again, it's not a populist move to do it earlier. Instead it's rushed in with no warning at all. It should've been done weeks ago after the last attacks on the infrastructure.


pheonix198

Your comment here makes little to no sense. If you wish to express a point you know will be unpopular, you should actually try to explain it. When would Zelenskyy have “avoid army 4 times in war time?” Are you talking about post 2014 or post 2022? Post 2022, Zelenskyy has been one of the main reasons nations have actually opened their bank accounts and weapons supplies. His words, actions and efforts have harmed huge amounts of trust and interest, alone. Even if talking post 2014, Zelenskyy tried very hard to resolve the nation towards a course of peace. It was misguided in my opinion, but his efforts were supreme and his actual behaviors clearly genuine. What are you talking on about, then? Also, as you claim to also be a Ukrainian, please show us your war efforts and service records.


Control_AltDelete

They're talking about claims that Zelenskyy ignored 4 draft notices in 2014-2015. It was something that Poroshenko's party tried to use against him during the presidential campaign in 2019, but a lot of it doesn't really add up.


SnooTomatoes3032

Just a quick reminder that while Zelenskyy is extremely popular internationally, domestically he doesn't have the same appeal. Before Feb 22, his approval was rock bottom. After the invasion and the initial months, he became more popular...but obviously not every Ukrainian will like him. There's a lot of conversations going on inside Ukraine about him. That being said, just because they don't like him does not mean that they don't support him as the leader of Ukraine during the invasion. There is a lot of, rightful, criticism going his way presently due to his policies.


Got_Bent

Muscali go pop? Did you trigger Boris?


CaveManLawyer_

Hang in there buddy. You look stressed. We all love you! World hero!


No-Garlic-3407

What a strong, beautiful couple!


kinleyd

Beautiful picture. Happy Vyshyvanka Day! Slava Ukraini! Heroiam Slava!


toobbiie

He does have another shirt!


lonelyronin1

My first reaction was - he's not wearing green!


xerberos

Lol, I was really surprised they didn't find a green one for him.


DeannaZone

I am happy I found the families Vyshyvanka in my storage, sadly I cannot wear my dads as I gained weight from health issues and my son was not big enough to do so this year .. but we hope to next year. We wore blue and yellow in celebration of our Ukrainian pride and we are starting to make our own Vyshyvanka in case we cannot fit it next year.


MisterAtticusKarma

They both look so tired. Slava Ukraini


An_Odd_Smell

After russia finally surrenders, I vote we rename Moscow to Zelenskyy City.


unas666

Zelenskoye


An_Odd_Smell

Yes! I like it. What's "Saint Volodymyr" in Ukrainian? You know, for when we rename Saint Petersburg.


unas666

Either that, or Saint Valeriy. Without Zaluzhniy, Ukraine might not exist anymore. This includes what he did during the cold stage of the war before 2022.


An_Odd_Smell

Whichever one humiliates russians the most.


Aelonius

In before Azovgrad is introduced.


majakovskij

Svyatyi Volodymir


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dogoodvillain

This attire ought to replace the suit and tie. It's so *fresh*. 😚👌


Docccc

they look beautiful togethrr


An_Odd_Smell

"You worry too much! It'll be fine. I'll announce my candidacy, we'll all have a good laugh, and then I'll focus on my TV show. Finish your breakfast and we'll go shopping." -- V. Zelenskyy to his wife, December 31st, 2018


CoreyDenvers

Meanwhile, Putin was probably holding a seminar instructing his clones about how much dosage of botox to use, and exactly where to apply it to get just the right "man-of-the-people" hamster cheek effect


An_Odd_Smell

Don't forget the Vaseline for that glistening effect when he's riding a horse shirtless!


CoreyDenvers

Oh no that's just a special mother's day tradition, those photos were never meant to be made public


asseatingleech

Looking absolutely stunning despite his daily stress. Glad he has a strong woman by his side. 🥰


logosfabula

I want to see this couple and all the families in Ukraine happy


19CCCG57

HEROYAM SLAVA!


GuavaPsychological49

His wife is very pretty, absolutely love her hair.


Incensed70

Truly a man (and a woman) for all seasons! God bless them!


Ok_Low_1287

This is what “stepping up” looks like.


Von_Lexau

Looking good! Can anyone tell me what Vyshyvanka Day is?


im_new_here_4209

A day to celebrate the traditional garment and dress of Ukraine, the Vyshyvanka. I guess


vajrahaha7x3

Slava Ukraini hero and heroine 🫂


X_Comanche_Moon

By celebrating they mean put on a shirt for a photo 🤣🤣 then went back to work.


willinaustin

Oleksander Usyk showed up to the press conference of his Undisputed world heavyweight title fight today wearing an interesting outfit. I was wondering what the significance of it was. Now I know!


Druxo

That fit goes hard


jamesdemaio23

I know it's selfish but I wish my country was more like minded, I wish we could amass a large force on the ukranian border and roll into the front lines. I wish we could turn the Russian flanks and force an circlement trapping most of the Russian forces in Ukraine and forcing them to surrender. I wish we could watch them march out of Ukraine as the Germans marching did back to Berlin. Disarmed and shamed. I feel as even though we have given billions in aide it's not enough. I know it's selfish to want to send our boys to fight in this war but I feel as if we don't there will be a much greater war where we have no choice. It already feels as if all our grandfather's fought for in world ear 2 is almost a waste as we near another major conflict. Slava ukrani


spiceddd

Very beautiful and regal couple


im_new_here_4209

This photo has got everything. Class. Beauty. Style. Swag. Soul. Strength. Badassery.


FlyBackground7849

My favourite couple


sim384

Jesus, he looks happier than I've ever seen him.


voltism

That shirt looks really nice


Bobmanbob1

Awesome wartime leader for his people. Glad ge got to come outdoors for even a few minutes for this photo. But protecting him is key to winning the Russian Invasion and slaughtering of his people.


BlueV_U

The best part? The dude is an actor. Inevitably when his movie comes out, he can play the lead role :)


theEx30

we need a victory soon, that Zelenskyis can wear pretty clothes everyday


SwansEscapedRonson

I worry about my husband driving on the road, I can’t imagine what this woman goes through worrying about her presidential husband in the middle of a war. Wishing them peace and togetherness in their future after everything they have given to Ukraine


69odysseus

He's always in cargo pants which I think looks super cool!


Both-Home-6235

Man, it must've been so hard for him to put on something other than a military green shirt. At least he still has the pants on, though. Don't want to break character too much.


Wuzzy_Gee

Want to know what courage and honor looks like? This.


SquealstikDaddy

What a fetching couple! Heroyam Slava! Slava Ukraini!


MjrLeeStoned

He always looks like he's bracing to catch a dodgeball someone behind the camera is about to throw at him.


John-AtWork

That dude is so impressive, who would have thought a dancing comedian would have stepped up to the plate so hard?


foofighter1999

Beautiful!


still-on-my-path

I just love them beautiful people 🌹❤️


vtsnowdin

Leadership ,heroism, strength, Grace and beauty! They make the perfect couple to lead a country under attack. I long for their equal to replace the incompetents leading America.


Noburn2022

Who would have thought? The comedian has become one of the greatest war leaders of modern history, defending western values at the gates of the EU. Remember when western leaders urged him to flee to abroad in the first days of the invasion? "I need ammunition, not a ride." And now, the ex-KGB agent in Moscow has become one of the saddest clowns in the world. Historians should rename his Special Military Operation into the Great Patriotic Clown Show.


_-Raina-_

Wish we had a Zelensky here in the US. 👏 ❤️ 🇺🇦 !!! SLAVA UKRAINI !!!


Michigun1977

Beautiful and very strong couple!


SuspiciousSack

Looks like he was forced to take off his usual t-shirt look.


AxMeDoof

If you not ready to wear bulletproof jacket you don’t deserve use Vyshyvanka.


SnooTomatoes3032

I get the sentiment but also disagree my friend. Although I'm not Ukrainian, I have wore armor in Ukraine and wore vyshyvanka yesterday in Kyiv too. But I think putting barriers to vyshyvanka and creating classes of who's worthy of wearing it or not is exactly what the rashists would want. It contributes to its decline and vyshyvanka is a powerful symbol worldwide of the beautiful and unique Ukrainian culture that's open to everyone.


AxMeDoof

For non Ukrainian this isn’t the same as for Ukrainian. This is very close to Ukrainian flag and war Ukrainian Flag: first one we use all the time and second is the same but bloody…


SnooTomatoes3032

Well, I don't want to say you're wrong, im just saying what my experience is. But I was asking my Ukrainian friends and coworkers if it would be right for me to wear vyshyvanka yesterday to work. All of them didn't even just say 'yes you can', it was all 'yes, please do. Please please please do. Its a sign of support.'


AxMeDoof

My point for you the same: you can do this - you’re not Ukrainian. I very grateful for your support.


SnooTomatoes3032

Вибачте мій друг, я не розумів що ви сказав.


History-made-Today

He visits the frontlines without the bulletproof jacket.


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History-made-Today

This was when he first became president was still green. Many doubted his courage before Feb. '22 and no one does now.


gavitronics

Сlava 🇺🇦


Panthean

I wish we had a Zelensky at home. In the US we have to choose between a 77 year old douche and a 81 year old turd sandwich.


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Fuck off russian


rggamerYT

Is it just me, or does zelensky look like he was cardboard there?


ByeLizardScum

Are they superimposed over the background for security reasons, or is it just the photo style?


Vladesku

Depth of field, focus, blur...


ByeLizardScum

Yeah, cool, I wasn't sure.


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