Zelensky had to be extremely cautious with words (and actions),passionately letting out the rage he and most Ukrainians must be feeling would just serve Putin internal propaganda further "justifying" RU future actions.
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https://twitter.com/AFP/status/1495914912463437826
He is making it so that whatever Russia does next will solely be on Putin and his pre-determined plan (as opposed to have him "react" to Ukraine actions). Ukraine can't win a war but can work hard to gather all possible international support
At the same time by not saying things Russia propaganda can use to further convince Russian public of the gov rightfulness, he is doing the little he can to empower the few still living Putin opposers inside Russia.
Safe for the (big) nuclear blunder, he is showing to be way more of a serious statesman than many would have assumed.
He was dealt few and bad cards, but imo he is doing a remarkable job at playing them, he even stood up to US "suggestions" showing resolution and lucidity.
He was dealt few and bad cards, but imo he is doing a remarkable job at playing them, he even stood up to US "suggestions" showing resolution and lucidity.
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