Zelensky declares Ukraine ‘year of invincibility’ on anniversary of Russian aggression

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday declared a year of fighting with Russia a “year of invincibility.”

“It was a year of resilience. A year of care. A year of courage. A year of anguish. A year of hope. A year of perseverance. A year of unity.”

“A year of invincibility,” he added. “Raging Waves of Invincibility”.

Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the deployment of troops to Ukraine for the first time on February 24, 2022, launching a “special military operation” into its western neighbor.

“We woke up early and haven’t fallen asleep since,” Zelensky said in his Friday speech, reflecting on Ukraine’s reaction to the day.

“Some were scared, some were shocked, some didn’t know what to say, but everyone knew what to do,” he added. rice field.

The Ukrainian president also thanked his Western allies, nodding particularly for the advanced military aid they have slowly been convinced to provide.

“Ukraine has surprised the world. Ukraine has inspired the world. Ukraine has united the world,” said Zelensky. “There are thousands of words to prove it, but a few are enough: HIMARS, Patriot, Abrams, IRIS-T, Challenger, NASAMS, Leopard.”

“Thank you to all our partners, allies and friends who have been with us this past year.”