Ukraine’s First Lady Olena Zelenska gives a rare interview to President Zelenskyy and says: ‘No one takes my husband from me, not even war’ | World News
The first lady of Ukraine made a rare appearance with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy when she asserted: “No one takes my husband from me, not even war.”
This is only the second time Olena Zelenska has been seen with the Ukrainian leader since the Russian invasion, in an undisclosed location to ensure her safety.
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The President of Ukraine and the first lady sit for an interview on television
Talking to Of Ukraine RADA TV, Mrs Zelenska – who has two children with Mr. Zelenskyy – said: “The worst test is that the war has already begun.
“I can’t say that things have changed much since the start of this war.
“He was and still is a trustworthy man and person. His views have not changed.
“The family, like all Ukrainian families, is now separated.”
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After the presenter suggested that “the war has practically taken your husband away”, Ms. Zelenska replied: “No one ever took my husband away from me, not even war.
“He lives at work, we barely see him.
“We haven’t seen him for two and a half months. We just talked on the phone.
“So far we have had several opportunities to meet.
“And I’m grateful to you guys for this opportunity because we are now spending time together.”
