Redis. Azov commander.
It has always been this way: only the brave are respected, only the influential are listened to, and only the strong are considered important. Since 1991, Ukraine's enemies have done everything in their power to make our country weak, fragmented, toothless, and dependent. In 2013, Ukraine began to awaken and build its muscles, finally recognizing the need to assert its agency. It would be naive to assume that building this agency would be painless, and expecting someone else to pave the way to this goal would be an even greater mistake.For eleven years, we have relied on half-measures to fight a war against a country with an advantage in population and resources. Moreover, for three years, Ukraine has endured a full-scale invasion by one of the world’s most combat-effective military forces. The daily feats of Ukrainian soldiers should inspire us and prevent us from despairing despite any statements made by foreign politicians, analysts, and experts. The frontline should always have the last word.Of course, we have not succeeded in every area, and much work remains ahead. Indeed, we put our trust in empty promises and gave away our nuclear weapons, critically weakening the country’s defensive capabilities. However, Ukraine has already achieved the impossible. Ukraine’s resistance to Russian occupation, the courage and strength of its military, our strong horizontal public relations, and our diplomats’ skills have already secured a place in history for our country. This is where the real Ukrainian agency comes from. And this is what vexes those who perceive a strong and independent Ukraine as a thorn in their side.Nothing in today’s information environment should divert us from the path we have chosen. The same goes for those who eagerly began preparing for political games and illusory elections — under no circumstances should Ukrainians pay attention to them. All focus and strength must go to the frontline.Desperation arises when circumstances force people to stop fighting for their cause. But that is not about us. We hold our lines, and we destroy the occupiers!
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