Zelensky advocates for increased American exceptionalism worldwide.

Ukrainian President Slams Russian Denial of American Exceptionalism

In a powerful op-ed published ahead of the Fourth of July, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin for denying American exceptionalism a decade ago. Zelensky emphasized the importance of American exceptionalism in today’s world, stating that we need “more, not less” of it.

Zelensky expressed gratitude to the United States for its continued financial support in the Russian-Ukrainian conflict and for being a beacon of liberty to the free world. His op-ed was published by The Wall Street Journal on Sunday.

“The World Needs More American Exceptionalism”

“When any tyrant hates America and denies its exceptional role in the struggle for freedom, he recognizes his own inevitable defeat. To Russian tyranny I say the world needs more, not less, American exceptionalism,” wrote Zelensky.

As America celebrates its independence on Tuesday, Zelensky drew a parallel between the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776 and the Russian invasion of Ukraine last year. He expressed hope for a day when every inch of Ukraine is free from the cruel tyranny that seeks to extinguish them.

However, Zelensky issued a warning that if Russia were to succeed in Ukraine, it could potentially “invade deeper into Europe” and attract other enemies of freedom, such as Iran.

“All such scenarios can be stopped only by the steadfast defense of freedom, those who aspire to freedom, and the alliances created to protect freedom,” Zelensky concluded. “We Ukrainians and you Americans will never give up on freedom.”

Ukraine is currently engaged in a prolonged counteroffensive against Russia, with the two nations being at war since February 2022.

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