Zelensky rose to prominence in 2010 with the TV series “Servant of the People” and became one of the top performers in Ukraine’s entertainment industry. In this series, Zelensky played the role of a popular high school teacher who, after suffering from corrupt politicians, eventually becomes the country’s president. After a few years of the series, Zelensky actually becomes the President of Ukraine. But after becoming the president in 2019, Zelensky would never have imagined that he would have to see the day when the Russian military is firing rockets at his country, especially in historic Kiev.
Refusing to leave Kiev even after being a target of Russia
Things have become such that fear has spread all over the world and Zelensky’s new role is probably now that of a 21st century hero. Even under these circumstances, 44-year-old Zelensky has refused to leave Kiev, although he says that he is a target of Russia. Political observers who once considered Zelensky to be weak say they are inspired by his example.
Said to the MPs – Put a picture of the children
An anecdote of Zelensky is being widely shared on social media. A user on Twitter wrote, ‘During his swearing-in address in 2019, Zelensky told his MPs that I do not want you to put my picture in your office. The President is neither a messiah, nor a role model, nor a picture. Instead, put your children’s photos in your office and look at them before taking any decision.
Russian army entered Kharkiv
For example, when the US offered to get him out safely, Zelensky replied on Friday, ‘I want a weapon, not a safe way’. Russia attacked Ukraine on Thursday and today is the fourth day. On Sunday also, Russian forces are advancing into the Ukrainian border and have entered Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second largest city. After the start of the war, Zelensky criticized the US for not doing enough to protect Ukraine.