Vitaliy Klitschko talks about the catastrophic situation in Kiev. He addresses the Poles

Tuesday is the thirteenth day of the Russian invasion of. Heavy fights are taking place all over the country. The Ukrainians have been successfully defending themselves so far. Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine, remains unconquered, although Russian troops have been located near the city practically since the beginning of the war. Not only soldiers, but also civilians, including sportsmen, set off to defend the country and their city. One of them is the mayor of Kiev,. The former world champion in boxing regularly appears in the media, and photos of him in uniform and with a gun are also circulating on the web.

In an interview, Klitschko told about the current situation in his city. – We defend ourselves hard. Although it is not easy. The Russians are already on the outskirts of Kiev. They are in nearby towns such as Bucha, Hostomel. Over a thousand people have already died in the fight for our city. On both sides. Civilians are also dying. After all, the Russians are destroying the surrounding towns and there is a humanitarian catastrophe. There is no food, no heating, no electricity, no water. We are trying to help these people and evacuate them – he said.

Thousands of people from all over Ukraine flee from the war to neighboring countries, incl. – Honestly, I wake up every day and I think it’s not happening, that it’s just a nightmare. But unfortunately this is a harsh reality. I see an empty city, armed people, bomb alarm sirens sound twenty times a day. This is a disaster. A catastrophe for my hometown, for my country, says Kliczko for the whole.

Kliczko thanked the Poles for their help. “A friend in need is a friend indeed”

Over a million Ukrainians have found refuge in Poland. Poles are constantly organizing fundraisers and gifts for Ukrainians, they also provide them with a roof over their heads. Humanitarian aid is also reaching Kiev. – Everything is under control in the capital. Basic supplies are provided. The municipal services I supervise, such as electricity and heat, are also provided. Many thanks to all our friends. And here I have a very important thing to say: you make true friends when you are poor. Poles gave us a lot of support. They welcomed many Ukrainians and took care of them. We got a lot of humanitarian aid from you. We appreciate it very much. A few moments ago I talked to the mayor of Warsaw, Rafał Trzaskowski, and I told him exactly the same. That you have given our children a shelter is very important to us. We will never forget to help you in this difficult time – thanked the mayor of Kiev.

Vitaly and Vadimir Klitschko have bravely defended Ukraine from the beginning of the Russian invasion. They risk their lives every day because they are blacklisted by Vladimir Putin. It is worth adding that the Klitschkos are not the only athletes who fought to defend Ukraine.