PRESIDENT Volodymyr Zelensky has hailed Ukrainians for their “bravery and sacrifice” to mark three years since Vladimir Putin invaded.
The valiant leader shared a patriotic clip of brave soldiers fighting the invading Russians and civilians pulling together to save their country.
Zelensky said: “Three years of resistance. Three years of gratitude. Three years of absolute heroism of Ukrainians. I am proud of Ukraine!
“I thank everyone who defends and supports it. Everyone who works for Ukraine.
“And may the memory of all those who gave their lives for our state and people be eternal.”
The clip begins with shocking footage from the start of the conflict of Russian helicopters flying into Ukraine.
But it quickly shifts to Ukrainians tanks blasting the Russian column that tried to storm Kyiv.
Zelensky’s touching clip comes after he said he would step down as his country’s leader in exchange for peace or Nato membership.
The Ukrainian president made a statement on Sunday, expressing his readiness to step down from his position if it would contribute to achieving peace in Ukraine.
“Secondly I can exchange it for Nato [membership].
“If there is such an opportunity I’ll do it immediately without a long conversation about it.”
He emphasised that Ukraine’s security was his priority, not staying in office, adding that it was not his “dream” to remain president for a decade.
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