On the recordApril 21, 2021
Our principle is simple: Ukraine does not start a war first, but Ukraine always stands to the last man.
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Volodymyr Zelenskyy
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msnbc.comEditor's note · Context
Zelensky articulates Ukraine's defensive stance and commitment to fight for its sovereignty.
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