The President while interacting with Chilean students, teachers
It is extremely important that the countries of Latin America, in particular the Republic of Chile, know the truth about the war in Ukraine and join the policy of sanctions against the Russian Federation. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said this during communication with students and teachers of higher education institutions in Chile.
The head of state underlined that Russia follows the policy of a predatory terrorist, uses the language of ultimatums and does not want to stop the war of aggression in Ukraine.
“They came to our land, started this war to destroy us. No mediator will suit them, because they are only interested in complete domination in Ukraine, so that we do not exist, so that there are no people who want to be independent. They do not see us as members of the European Union. They do not see us as an independent democratic state. We are a colony for them.” said the president.
As Zelenskyy said, it is impossible to find a mediator between a country that defends its land and an aggressor who decided to destroy it and commit inhumane crimes.
“Who can be mediators between humans and animals? You will not find a mediator, because Russia does not want to end this war. the head of state is convinced.
According to the President, the Russian Federation has significant media influence in the world and tries to keep entire regions in an informational vacuum, so it is very important for Latin American countries to know the truth about the war in Ukraine.
“Therefore, I am grateful for the opportunity I have today. Please share this information. And I invite journalists from Latin American countries to Ukraine – let them come and see for themselves. We don’t want to impose anything, we want to bring the truth to your countries.” Zelensky said.
The Head of State called on the political leaders of Latin American countries to increase the pressure on the aggressor.
“It is very important for us to join the sanctions policy of the European Union, the United States, Canada and others, so that Latin American countries do not trade with a terrorist state. Russia should know that the price of war, for all these sacrifices, is high, so that it can be an example for other countries”. he said.
The president also spoke about the reconstruction project of Ukraine. He said that a number of partner countries have already received patronage over regions or settlements of Ukraine that have suffered due to Russian occupation and need infrastructure restoration.
“There are countries that have chosen this or that region or city, they help: business representatives come, specialists come, special equipment comes and together with us they build our country. That is, they are bringing life back to Ukraine. Latin American countries can do the same – pick one or another city they like and help people.” said the head of state and expressed the desire for talented Chilean architects to participate in the reconstruction of our country.
Zelenskyy also invited students from Chile to Ukraine.
“These are energetic young people who are not limited by anything. They can bring this energy to any society. I would like your students to come to us for student exchange, educational programs.” he added.
According to the President, the visit of citizens of Latin American countries to Ukraine will strengthen interpersonal relations and strengthen mutual trust.
“To believe and believe in everything that is happening in our country and what we are fighting for, you have to be here. I would like to invite each of you, from a political leader to an ordinary student: come here. I think you will enjoy getting to know our people. We have common values, we have a very warm society.” he said.
Zelenskyy’s online communication with representatives of the university community took place on the basis of the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile. Teachers and students from major Chilean higher education institutions joined the event online.
