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Estonian President Recalls Conversation with Zelenskyy Days Before Invasion: 'He Has Truly Changed'
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Estonian President Recalls Conversation with Zelenskyy Days Before Invasion: 'He Has Truly Changed'

From Delfi · () Lithuanian

Translated from Lithuanian and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • Estonian President Alar Karis spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy just two days before Russia's full-scale invasion.
  • Karis noted a significant change in Zelenskyy's demeanor and approach following the start of the war.
  • The interview, conducted after Karis's visit to Ukraine, primarily addressed the ongoing conflict.

Estonian President Alar Karis revealed a poignant conversation he had with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy just two days before Russia launched its full-scale invasion. Speaking in an interview with the Estonian news portal 'Delfi.ee' after a visit to Ukraine, Karis reflected on the profound impact the war has had on Zelenskyy. "He has truly changed," Karis stated, emphasizing the visible transformation in the Ukrainian leader. The Estonian president's remarks offer a glimpse into the tense atmosphere and the personal toll experienced by Ukraine's leadership in the critical days leading up to the invasion. Karis's observations underscore the immense pressure and the shift in focus Zelenskyy underwent as his nation braced for and then faced the full force of the conflict. The interview, which largely centered on the situation in Ukraine, provided Karis an opportunity to share his firsthand impressions and insights gained from his visit. His comments highlight the resilience and adaptation of Ukraine's leadership under unprecedented duress.

He has truly changed

— Alar KarisEstonian President Alar Karis reflecting on the transformation of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy after the start of the full-scale invasion.
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Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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