Posted on 02/24/2025 4:28:54 AM PST by MtnClimber
When Russia invaded Ukraine on Feb. 24, 2022, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky quickly became a global symbol of resistance.
Celebrated as a heroic leader standing up against a powerful foe, he appeared on television screens worldwide, calling for support and unity in the face of the Russian threat.
However, beneath this image of a brave wartime leader lies a far more complex and troubling reality.
Zelensky's rise to power and subsequent actions indicate that he is not merely the victim of an unjust invasion but a figurehead influenced by external forces.
As President Trump pointed out in his controversial remarks, the reality is that Zelensky's actions and alliances tell a different story — one that portrays him more as a puppet of the West than a true statesman.
Volodymyr Zelensky’s backstory is distinctive. Before entering politics, he was an actor and comedian, starring in the popular Ukrainian TV show "Servant of the People," where he played a high school teacher who unexpectedly became Ukraine's president.
Although it was a fictional premise, the show resonated with many Ukrainians, reflecting their dissatisfaction with the political establishment and their desire for change. What began as a clever satirical narrative soon transformed into a tragic reality: Zelensky, known for portraying the president on television, became the actual president of Ukraine.
Zelensky’s election in 2019 was fueled by his connection to the T.V. show and the "Servant of the People" political party.
Much like his acting career, this party was influenced by the media. While Zelensky presented himself as an outsider committed to reforming the corrupt political system, his ascent to power was not organic. His campaign was meticulously orchestrated by political consultants and Western interests, making his transition from comedian to president more about foreign influence than democratic choice.
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Not many people know about the Ukraine Maidan Revolution of 2014 to overthrow the elected leader of Ukraine and to install Zelensky as a puppet of the US left.
I hate masks!!!
Congratulations to Trump and Putin for 250 drone attacks on Ukraine last night.
Let Freedom Ring
Russia did invade Ukraine. But, Biden and the US did everything they could to provoke Russia to invade. People do not understand that the west wanted this war. They still want it and they do not care who has to die to keep it going.
We have on video US Congress critters and US officials in Ukraine talking to the Azovs and persuading them to war with Russia for a years before it happened.
Proof cannot be ignored, yet it is.
So how did Trump enter in a being responsible for drone attacks?
You should explain what you just said because it sure was stupid.
O’Bozo and Joe gave the US a real black eye. I wonder how long it will take us to outlive the damage
The irony is he goes back to Ukraine but gets his orders from Marthas Vineyard.
Comedian? I thought he was a musician.
You can bet all orders given to Z Was via encrypted messaging like Skype or Signal.
Some people lean in to being stupid I see.
Zelensky’s actions and alliances tell a different story — one that portrays him more as a puppet of the West than a true statesman.
He just found out he was the mark in the money shuffle game he took the cheese the snap sound ensued.
Without question, though I doubt Biden was the central figure in this.
The US used Ukraine as a pawn. We should have had no involvement in the internal workings of Ukraine - with the exception of making sure their nukes were either given up or under trustworthy control. Blaming Trump for anything that's happened in Ukraine since January 20th is motivated either by ignorance or dislike/hatred. People, including all of those who died so far in this war, matter. They aren't pieces on a game board for pinheads connected in DC or anywhere else in the world to move around.
Trump has made it clear he is all in for President Putin, over the Dictator Zelenski, who is pressing for freedom for Ukraine, something the Dictator Zelenski is shoving down the throats of Ukrainians.
If you choose the President Putin over the Dictator, f-ing own it, and enjoy your victories!
Actually, supporting Putin’s invasion is stupid, but don’t let reality get in your way.
Complete nonsense. Both side tried to influence Ukraine, problem for Russia is that nobody wants to join a Russian-BananaStan Union(CIS) vs the EU and its much higher standard of living.
Yanukovych ran on a pro-EU platform in order to win, and then immediately after being pressured by Putin, suddenly announced Ukraine would join the Russian Union which led to mass protests.
Trump is siding with Putin over Ukraine.
Trump wanted to claim Ukrainian resources, the same resources Putin is trying to steal. Putin is willing to spend a trillion dollars to gain 12 trillion worth of resources. The Russian lives lost mean nothing to him, and Ukraine's losses mean even less.
Putin's long-term plans are to re-establish the USSR 2.0. Trump praising Putin and attacking Zelenski clearly shows what side of the fence Trump's position rests.
Free world?? The WEST?
The EU is the Fourth Reich and today’s “Evil Empire”.
Under your Biden regime, the US was a force for incredible evil. In 2014, the US and the West helped instigate this war.
Like all Ukraine worshippers, your NeverTrump mask is coming off. Your Kamala lost; Deal with it.
FR is an “America First” site, not “Ukraine First”.
This is today's news, if you want to talk about being stupid, you are at the start of the line. What more proof do you need that Trump is Putin's man? Go ahead and lean into being stupid, you fool.
The United States voted with Russia, North Korea, Belarus and 14 other Moscow-friendly countries Monday on a resolution condemning Russian aggression in Ukraine and calling for its occupied territory to be returned that passed overwhelmingly in the U.N. General Assembly on Monday.
Your TDS is really strong. You might be happier at another site. Sheesh.
No TDS here. I have been here on the Free Republic longer than you, so try again. Being heartbroken that Trump would choose Putin over the freedom of Ukraine is horrible. Perhaps you are lacking in the defense of a free republic.
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