Zelensky responds to questions about his heritage and faith

Volodymyr Zelensky with Jewish clergy at the Office of the President. Photo: President's website
Volodymyr Zelensky shared his thoughts on religion in an interview with the American channel CBN.
Journalist John Jessup mentioned Zelensky's Jewish heritage, noting that many people, including himself, were curious about how the war has influenced Zelensky’s faith.
"Has this faith been tested by the war? Has it strengthened? I think people would find it interesting if you are willing to answer," the journalist asked.
In response, Zelensky stated, "With this war, we have all become more faithful, because we are human."
"People fight and pray. That’s how it is. And it’s very important because people need help – help in any form possible. As I said, Ukraine is inherently a very religious, very faithful country. Yes, it primarily relies on its own strength, but it also strongly believes that God will help Ukraine. And Ukrainians truly believe in that," Zelensky concluded.
Earlier, the UOJ reported that Volodymyr Zelensky, along with Jewish clergy, participated in a ceremony lighting Hanukkah candles on a menorah. The ceremony took place at the Office of the President to mark the beginning of Hanukkah celebrations. Rabbis from across Ukraine gathered for the occasion. According to the President, the Hanukkah lights "once again remind us of light always overcoming evil and darkness, and of the value of life, which is worth fighting for."
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