Vitali KlitxkoBefore becoming mayor of Kyiv and running a city under siege by the Russian army, he was the world heavyweight champion. He is more than two meters tall, and when he entered the ring he was better known as ‘doctor iron fist’. Like the jaws of boxing myths lenox lewis They found out why. Signed a deal this Friday Ada Colau So your city and Barcelona To strengthen the ties that will enable Ukraine to live in peace again. Meanwhile, she smiles and gets closer. meeting that you maintain with this newspaper, but Russia also flies Spain.
-Walking in Barcelona, ​​do you get the feeling that people here are aware of what’s going on in Ukraine?
–Today was Barcelona day. Your party is a big celebration. It’s Saturday and the weather is fine. It is very difficult for you to imagine what is happening in Ukraine under these conditions. But even in kyiv [una ciudad en la que ahora el asedio del ejército ruso se nota menos que en meses anteriores] It’s hard to imagine a huge hell breaking out a few kilometers away, wars and explosions, people being killed.
– Afraid that people will get tired of information from Ukraine?
-Please, remember what’s going on in Ukraine. Because even if it disappears from televisions all over the world, the risk for everyone is not that far away. It can touch all of us. Please note that we defend not only our values, but also the values ​​of the European Union. Russia is destroying all international norms, all international agreements. What they do in Ukraine is against all international laws.
-Can visits like yours serve to raise awareness?
– My visit is to raise awareness and thank you for the support we have received. Also to say that the key to peace in Europe, the key to ending this senseless war, is our unity. We never thought that Russia would start a war against us. And if someone believes that this war does not concern him, he is mistaken. It affects him. Because of this war, there is an energy crisis in Europe. There is inflation. This war has great impact. We are fighting not only for our families, but also for you. We must do everything we can to stop this war. As soon as possible.
Is there a risk of nuclear attack?
– We have five nuclear power plants, one of the largest is in Zaporozhye. If there had been an explosion, it would have been a worse tragedy than Chernobyl. And if the Russians use nuclear weapons it will be a disaster for the whole world. For what reason? Why does Ukraine want to be independent?
-Is it so hard for you to believe that such a war could start in Ukraine?
–No one could have imagined that. Noone. No one can believe that this will happen in our civilization today. It was not acceptable to normal people. do you want my personal opinion
-Please…
-Putin is not well. A sane person would never make the decision to wage war in the middle of Europe right now.
Should the media be more respectful of war or more open?
– You have to show what’s going on, which is a great tragedy.
-As mayor, what’s the worst part about your city being attacked?
–The Russians can demolish buildings in our city. They destroyed more than 600 in Kiev and 200 of them were houses. They killed more than 100 people and 4 children. We live with the risk of being attacked every second. That is why we must stop this war and live in peace. Putin doesn’t want to stop him. It speaks of a commitment to find solutions, but giving up part of Ukraine is not the solution. The war will not end until the last Russian soldier leaves Ukraine.
-Putin is preparing to send more soldiers… Are they afraid?
– [SonrÃe antes de responder] Putin has already sent thousands and thousands of troops. However, the outcome of the battle will not depend on the number of soldiers you send. It will depend on the spirit, on hope. Ukrainian soldiers fight to protect their families and children, Russian soldiers fight for their money. What we need is for them to send us more weapons. To protect Europe’s security.
Has your internationally successful career as a boxer helped you in your fight to become mayor of a city at war?
–I tried to attract more media and political attention. To use my fame for the benefit of my country. I do my best to protect my citizens, physically, mentally, spiritually, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
-Barcelona awaits you next year, because Kyiv will be the honored guest of the La Mercè festival…
–I am very happy to bring these two cities together, to be here and to meet Ada Colau. Thank you Spain, thank you Barcelona for accepting refugees, sending support. We will never forget our true friends.
Source: Informacion
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