Vladimir Putin‘s “main priority” is to rebuild the Soviet empire, mayor of Kyiv, Vitali Klitschko, has said.
Mr Klitschko said the country was not just fighting for its own independence but also for all European nations, according to Skynews
He said: “Putin’s main priority is to rebuild the Soviet empire and Ukraine is a very important puzzle in his plans.
“Right now we’re fighting for our independence. We are fighting also for you, for everyone . We are fighting for our values, for democratic values and for a democratic future.”
He also said Ukraine wanted to “build a European country” with “democratic values, human rights, and press freedom”.
“This is not accepted from Russian Federation,” he added.
Mr Klitschko also urged Western countries to stop trade relationships with Russia.
“If you send money to Russia, they will not use it for the economy and won’t invest this money for their population,” he said.
“If you send money to Russia, it is bloody money and the blood on this money is Ukrainian blood. Please stop trade relationships with Russia.”
Source: Skynews