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‘We have stopped them’: Zelensky speaks about Ukraine’s progress in war with Russia

by CNN

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Published 10 Nov 2022

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and his wife Olena Zelenska sat down with CNN’s Christiane Amanpour in Kyiv to talk about the status of Ukraine’s war with Russia. #CNN #News

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@micheledimond2 years ago Honestly, he looks exhausted, as do his citizens, on every level i' m sure! Wow, much respect! 755
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@pandorasbox42382 years ago He looks exhausted and like he' s been crying. She looks heartbroken and worn out. He' s very emotional whenever they lose people - it must wear . ...Expand 24
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@j.hermann62252 years ago Life is strange. Imagine suddenly becoming a nation leader and confronted with an invasion of a neighbouring country. The pressure is immense and not chosen . ...Expand 354
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@eddieboy46672 years ago For a former comedian, this guy, who took on his job and be burdened with this unimaginable responsibility is a man who should be honoured with the highest . ...Expand 369
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@SingWithUkraine2 years ago Love and support from california. Stay strong ukraine! . 20
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@technofeeliak2 years ago Losses. Human beings.
i' ll say one thing for zelensky, i can understand how people get won over.
he' s more than just respectful he doesn' t present himself as better than anyone.
he doesn' t talk in some grand manner.
he' s down to earth, very human.
very effective in reaching people to gain their trust and sympathy. ...Expand 226
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@swift_learn2 years ago A comedian who made a joke out of russia and its military. Thank you ukraine and your people for the fighting for freedom and democracy. 52
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@carle55382 years ago The most humble, eloquent, and resilient couple i have ever seen in my life. 93
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@johnwill84672 years ago A couple, who have risen (gloriously) to the occasion. History produces people like this - every now and then. Respect to both. 50
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@8brightside82 years ago Intense strength vs pain. I can feel it and read it in his face. Wow.
the world cannot stop supporting this man, this country. We must do all we can to secure urkraine. Other countries in struggle, too. 19
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@kathleenaustin3272 years ago He looks so tired. I can' t imagine what he deals with daily! I wish them strength for whatever they will continue to endure! Much love to all in ukraine! 181
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@Timmyfromphilly19942 years ago This is what you call a power couple. Not a celebrity couple like people think. Theyre both fighting for their country in different ways. What great leaders. 15
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@nordicgaming25722 years ago The way zelensky adresses his people by telling them to stay strong and united is truly inspirational. Putin could learn a thing or two from this guy, . ...Expand 365
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@belabotum8762 years ago His wife is so amazing! You can see her courage is moving! She didnt want to walk this and knew she couldnt go back. By his side as equal she fights for freedom! Wow. 13
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@alwayssunnycali17002 years ago The poor children it truly breaks my heart praying for all of these little beings to have the best life this earth can offer moving forward. 55
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@sipsofhell90182 years ago I liked that he showed his emotions, this means he really loves his people and not like 99% of politicians who treat it as a business. I like him even more now. 23
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@LubomirDohnal2 years ago What the ukrainians have accomplished against all possible odds so far is just unbelievable and already legendary!
this war of brutal, disgusting, ukraine - the land of the people of unbreakable spirit, the land of living legends! Absolute, total respect and support for the ukrainians!. ...Expand 143
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@LeviBulger2 years ago Mr zelensky, you will be honored and hailed as a hero in the history books, not just in ukraine, but in the world at large. 437
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@nostradamus96082 years ago ' beside every great man there is a great woman' without doubts, the most respected couple in the world today. Glory to ukraine! 48
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@craigdutton60722 years ago Hes a strong man thats all i can think about how hes not broken held strong what a legend. 12
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@andreasheimeren1332 years ago What an amazing man, woman. And the trusted group of persons around them. No pomp, clear speech, concentrated and respectful to all the people, who are . ...Expand 11
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@ellebelle85152 years ago Zelensky is only 44 years old, and he is carrying the weight of the world on his shoulders. I am twenty years older than him, and i can' t imagine how . ...Expand 242
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@stephenbedford13952 years ago What a lovely couple, very inspiring. Ukraine is so lucky to have them at the helm. 9
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@tormentorxl27322 years ago A great example of people who stepped up to be the best they can. 163
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@Immortan_JoJo2 years ago Bruh, i wish more politicians spoke and dressed like this man. No beating around the bush or side stepping, no dressing in expensive suits. Just wear what . ...Expand 15
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@Aegelis2 years ago This couple should be " people of the year" for time magazine or any other publication with the caveat that they' re representing the people . ...Expand 16
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@charlesh17352 years ago To see how far president zelenski, hisukrainian military and citizens of ukraine has come in the past 9 months is so inspirational. to have a president that never left his country, stood by their side with incredible heart and determination is so inspiring. When faced with unimaginable evil, hostile aggression from your neighboring country president zelenski and the ukrainian people never gave up hope. They never surrendered to russian forces while fighting for their freedom and sovereignty. ...Expand 26
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@riverfreddy2 years ago What a man. What a couple. What a country.
young people of the world; if you want to have heros don' t look to sports stars, look to the ukrainians. . 17
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@ybb8382 years ago These leaders don' t just show the love for one another but to their county and their people. I absolutely love to see that people as ukraine still . ...Expand 70
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@pschlute2 years ago Keep going volodymyr. You are a beacon of light in this dark world. Love to you and your people from england. 109
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@donnaroach13162 years ago A strong man and woman. They are loved. 70
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@rkbkirin59752 years ago It' s something to see an interview with a man who you know will be going down in the history books as one of the great leaders of his country and an . ...Expand 49
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@indianspirit94442 years ago I salute this couple. They r showing the path of freedom fight to the world. It does not matter how powerful enemy it. If question comes on our independence, . ...Expand 20
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@19409302 years ago He looks so tired. What amazing people. Lets hope its all soon. 6
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@suzieque44382 years ago From comedian to leader to warrior. And he works at each brilliantly. I adore this couple and pray for them. For ukraine. 19
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@ccpareajoke.8412 years ago Two amazing people with a job well done in a situation they never thought they would be in. Taking one day at a time, one problem at a time. With the help . ...Expand 14
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@tr7b4102 years ago Zelensky should be times magazine man of the year. 207
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@davidbraxton51102 years ago Excellent interview in great company. Glory to god, glory to ukraine. 5
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@tinytanks2 years ago So heartbreaking to see how devastated olena is by having to live this role in life. 8
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@what4gmail2 years ago At the same time heartbreaking and joyful. What you have to go through is really hard, but i' m sure you will succeed. God bless you! I have no other words. 7
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@Seaneey2 years ago We could only be so lucky to have a leader as brave as this man. 7
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@robst2472 years ago What an inspiring couple they are! I have nothing but admiration for their integrity, determination, resilience and warm humanity. One positive aspect . ...Expand 102
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@PHealthS2 years ago What a legend! And the first lady aswell. Slava ukraine. 23
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@Jyshrii2 years ago Two people who are responding effectively to an unimaginable nightmare. My heart goes out to them and all ukrainians. Glory to ukraine! Glory to the heroes! 20
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@whimsical_me51352 years ago We may have provided the artillery but the ukrainians provided the strength, courage and bravery needed. I will never cease to be impressed. Slava ukraini! 11
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@toalua12 years ago Mad love from texas. You will definitely be in the history books. Ill tell me grand kids how much of a hero you were to your people, and what you symbolize to the world. 3
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@earthsongjolu2 years ago She looks heartbroken and sad, and he looks exhausted. I am constantly sending good thoughts for them and all the military on the battlefield. It' s so unfair. 252
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@jggrimm2 years ago You and your country' s courage, and ammo from those who love and support you. Ukraine has received what it needed to fight for its life. It' s not over, but ukraine won months ago. From california) 10
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@randybugger30062 years ago I' m a little amazed at how much love and respect i feel for president zelensky. God bless and protect the nation and people of ukraine. 6
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@scipioafricanus62752 years ago A very informative about the presiden and first lady thank you christiana. 3
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@taralown70232 years ago Both of these faces tell of a tale of utter exhaustion. They looks like they haven' t slept in decades, it breaks my heart. They are the strongest people . ...Expand 12
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@englegotina49352 years ago Thank you for this interview and letting world know. We need support. 2
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@alexwithwatches65342 years ago ' he endures, so i must endure' i hope this spoken wisdom is not lost on the world. My prayers are with theslava ukrani. May god' s might and grace endure with the sovereign nation of ukraine during these tempest times. ...Expand 4
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@michaelobelchak2 years ago Great interview, and what inspiring leader zelensky is. On behalf of ukrainians i want to say thank you all allies, especially for all support! God bless you and god bless america! 4
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@simonesauerland55132 years ago Bravo very nice and humanly thinking couple very good nicely replied we can learn so much from people like volodymyr and yelena my deepest respect an id="hidden34"d wishing you all help for the future so good what you have shown the whole world. ...Expand 4
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@przemkowaliszewski32902 years ago My shabbat prayers for peace in ukraine. I wish you shalom, a kind of peace that only god almighty can offer. 2
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@sleepyshark53652 years ago They look so exhausted. But will never give up. 59
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@williamclendennen41782 years ago My heart goes out to the people in ukraine who suffer against this aggression and also those in russia who are being persecuted for not wanting this war. 17
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@LisaNH9342 years ago We will never stop supporting ukraine. From all the good people on this planet. Thank you president zelensky and mrs. Z ~ you inspire us. 4
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@andyl80552 years ago One of the great men of the 21st century. Slava ukraini! 4
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@bobshelton18102 years ago Examples of character and leadership! I respect these couple. They honestly care about their people and their country. 3
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@johnwelford13552 years ago He looks exhausted but i have total respect for volodymyr zelensky and the people of ukraine and i do hope they can get through this despicable war and win their country back and find some kind of peace, they deserve it. 677
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@MM-fh6kp2 years ago This is a man, leader, hero, husband, loyal friend and a great person! God please watch over ukraine! And the ukrainian people! 4
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@JoaoSilva-vs7zb2 years ago I really dont know how u can have the strengh to continue. You deserve to be a heroe. Greetings from portugal. 1
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@chrismalcomson76402 years ago Zelenski and his wife are an inspiration to everyone. You couldn' t ask for better leaders in times of war. 5
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@chrispowers55682 years ago This man stood between putin and the west. He stood for ukraine freedom. He showed the world what is possible when good refuses to accept evil. The west . ...Expand 637
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@pamelaashley68912 years ago They didn' t deserve what' s happening to them so unfair. You are in our prayers. 3
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@think21462 years ago Why can' t we find leaders like this? Surely we must have some in a country this size. 2
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@randolphholland69422 years ago He is one of the bravest men i' ve seen in my lifetime. By the people, for the people, always. Nlp. 2
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@potter2752 years ago How tired he looks. This cannot be faked. He is an extraordinary caring leader. 3
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@brianredman60682 years ago He should get the nobel prize
award for being the best leader of a nation this would has ever seen. 83
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@mariegallagher47252 years ago I admire this couple, they are humble and above all love their people. 1
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@tsimbangame17492 years ago Incredible personality. They real on their emotional, they know what its mean leading a country and doing it perfectly. Lets my god jesus bless them. I love you guys. 2
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@samomuransky44552 years ago Guys, please, start publishing these with subtitles instead of voiceover. I really wanna watch this, it seems to be a great interview, but having id="hidden39" to listen to a voiceover instead of the original sound ruins the entire great work your team have done. ...Expand 1
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@MrJimmyT2 years ago This man will down in history as a world renowned hero, what a chap! 2
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@marcochavanne2 years ago Love the fact guy never gets interviewed all primped and proper in a suit. He' s always wearing his casual military garb and never minces words. He . ...Expand 376
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@tempusfugit68202 years ago Ukraine courage and determination will be remembered for decades. They are showing the world that a bully megapower can be defeated. Slava ukraini! 3
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@normag67692 years ago He looks very exhausted and his eyes show sadness, grievance. I respect him and the people in ukraine defending their territory. 1
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@nchnch57912 years ago How refreshing it is to hear him not answer a question with an explanation to why he must. What an honorable leader. 1
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@tonyturtle2 years ago What a man and what a woman when they speak they speak for the whole of ukraine and you can see the pain in their eyes whenever they talk about the people of ukraine. 1
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@giahlininger94072 years ago God, bless you, ireland, from the christian state. 1
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@waltzguy141512 years ago He hasn' t slept in 9 months. I hope he can stay strong! Ukraine needs him! 2
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@prasanna33782 years ago many Congratulations to Ukraine and Zelenskiy from India .. 3
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@jefftaylor47072 years ago A real man, a real leader and funnily enough not originally an over privileged toff. I think he is one of the greatest since god knows when.
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@josebenavidez45632 years ago This man will be remembered throughout history. Amongst the greatest. 58
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@jamesleighdavis1382 years ago Few of us will ever be tested like these two have. Truly a ride or die relationship
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@tteariki3302 years ago Great answers mr presidents & first lady. The simplicity & honesty in your answers, shows the bravery & courage in your leadership. God bless. 1
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@adelaidewilson79172 years ago The people around the world admires you n your people undeniable strength to over com atrocities n destruction may peace n love for ukraine remain. 1