As Russia deployed its armies along the border of Ukraine, I conducted some research on Ukraine and felt relieved when Putin announced that he would not invade. However, on the day Russia attacked Ukraine (February 24), like many others, I began to worry that Ukraine might fall within a matter of hours or days.

But then President Volodymyr Zelensky appeared in videos, encouraging the people of Ukraine to defend their country and making his famous statement, “I don’t need a ride, I need weapons.” Like many others, I realized that Ukraine was not as weak as we had imagined. They are a strong and courageous people, willing to fight for their country!

Since then, I have been watching the news about the war every day, hoping that Ukraine will drive the Russians out! The battle has been ongoing for two months, and it is clear that Ukraine is winning while Russia is losing. This war is destined to be recorded in history as the triumph of a small country over the world’s second-largest country!

How did this happen?

From the beginning, President Zelensky posted videos showcasing Ukraine’s determination to defeat Russia, criticizing Russia, and seeking assistance from other countries. We witnessed his impassioned speeches at the US Congress, the United Nations, the European Union, NATO conferences, the Japanese parliament, and the High Court of Parliament. He spoke candidly, vividly describing the damage Russia had inflicted upon his country, and his words moved the audience. He alternated between Ukrainian and English during his speeches.

In addition to President Zelensky, Oleksii Reznikov, the Minister of Defense of Ukraine, played a crucial role in their national defense efforts. He reformed the Ukrainian army, implementing a flat management structure instead of a hierarchical one. Until now, we did not know the whereabouts of Ukraine’s main army or how the Ukrainian military operated.

In the modern world, network technology plays a critical role in warfare. Mykhailo Fedorov, the youngest minister in Ukraine, turned to cryptocurrency and social media as modern weapons. Since the start of the war, he contacted Elon Musk and secured his assistance in setting up Starlink for Ukraine, ensuring that Ukraine’s network would function and communication could flow. He also formed an alliance with the renowned hacker organization, Anonymous, to hack into Russian networks, gather Russian information, and display authentic and brutal war images to the Russian people.

Iryna Andriivna Vereshchuk, Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine, became emotional when discussing how Russian armies mistreated Ukrainian women. She strongly rebuked the Chinese government, which donated only a small amount of money, sleeping bags, baby diapers, and milk instead of weapons. Ukraine Ambassador Sergiy Kyslytsya delivered a moving speech at the United Nations in English. When the Russian delegates threatened to quit the UN, Mr. Kyslytsya declared that one cannot quit after being fired. Vitali Klitschko, a former boxer and the mayor of Kyiv, stood with the people of the city and joined the army in the fight. Ukrainian activist Daria Kaleniuk shed tears as she recounted the suffering of Ukrainian children to Boris Johnny. A Ukrainian journalist, when Boris Johnny returned to attend a press conference, trembled as he spoke. These two reporters successfully persuaded Boris and secured his promise to offer assistance.

Some people laughed at President Zelensky because he was an actor rather than an experienced politician. Additionally, the Minister of Defense of Ukraine was a lawyer, and the mayor of Kyiv was a boxer. According to conventional wisdom, they were not considered qualified for their current positions. However, their actions have shown the world that they are a strongly united group, working with great effectiveness. Each individual is utilizing their strengths to the fullest. Zelensky has established a brave image and successfully persuaded international assistance. The Minister of Defense has transformed the army structure into a more modern, effective, and less deadly style. The mayor has stood as a muscular figure, motivating his colleagues. The young minister has utilized technology to unite people worldwide in the fight against Russia. The ambassador has presented a rational image for Ukraine in prestigious conferences. The Deputy Prime Minister has strongly condemned the mistreatment of Ukrainian women by the Russians and criticized the hypocrisy of the Chinese government while defending Ukraine’s dignity. The reporters have spoken humbly and honestly, garnering support from other countries.

Each person fulfills their role, working together to form a strong leadership group for Ukraine. Under these circumstances, it is not surprising that they will ultimately defeat the Russians and lead Ukraine towards a better future.