Despite propaganda and intimidation, people in occupied territories demonstrate what they really think – Volodymyr Zelensky

“Today, a photo of a young man in Mariupol who went out to the streets of the city with a Ukrainian flag went viral. He came to the rubble of the drama theater building [Mariupol Drama Theater that was bombed by the enemy as hundreds took shelter there] destroyed by Russian troops. This was very brave. And I want to thank him for this act.

“This guy is one of many of our people who are waiting for the return of Ukraine and who will not accept the occupation under any circumstances.

“Russia keeps most of them in an information vacuum. Every day in the occupied territories it spreads new lies about Ukraine and our actions. But despite propaganda and intimidation, people not only remember Ukraine, but also demonstrate what they really think and what they strive for.”