Hello, world, I am a Ukrainian marine, and right now, I want to talk with you about how you have changed in the last couple of days. But initially, let me explain what’s going on – a history lesson from the battlefield of Eastern Europe.
While the Empire of Evil (USSR) was broken and Ukraine became free, we believed we could become part of European society. All our mentality, history, and wars in the last century were about freedom. So our collective brain, let’s call it like that, was first to decide to join the EU. But Muscovy decided NO and invaded us. It’s not a big surprise for many of our people, especially after 2014. We expected that. It would not be peace, and we can’t lose because more than 300 thousand Ukrainians who are defending their land right now will die in a new type of «GULAG.» So we are not scared. We understand it’s a fight till the end.
The biggest goal of Western Civilisation was to protect «human rights.» Is it still valid? Why does it work only for some groups? Would you maybe stop searching the enemy inside and look outside who pays to the left and right political parties in Europe? Is there no Russian money?
Today we defend not only Ukraine. We defend all of Europe. This war is not only our problem. Russia would not stop if they captured us.
We understand all situations. Okay. But right now, we need:
- air defence;
- Iron shield (antimissile system);
- more Anti tanks weapons;
- Different types of light guns and ammo;
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And also volunteers.
This war is about civilization. It’s a test for humanity whether we deserve to expand into Space and another planet, or are we still little monkeys with primitive interests from the last century. Now we want to be with you in one family. We want to discover this world together.
Today, European people can show what old Europe means that we read in the books of Jünger and many others.
We also understand that you have many problems in your own countries, but now the main battlefield is in Ukraine. If we lose, all democratic senses will die, and the world will not be stable anymore. But you are strong enough!
By Defending Ukraine, you Defend Europe. The victory of Ukraine will be the European victory and glory.
The author’s column is a reflection of the subjective position of the author. The editorial board of «Tvoe Misto» (Your City) does not always share the views expressed in the columns, and is ready to give dissenters the opportunity for a reasoned answer.
Maksym Tokarev
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