Ukrainian citizenship

Zelenskiy Strips Odesa Mayor of Citizenship Amid Treason Allegations

Zelenskiy strips Odesa mayor of Ukrainian citizenship. It sounds pretty straightforward, doesn’t it? The headline certainly gets right to the point, but the details… well, they’re a bit more complex. From what I understand, President Zelenskiy has taken the drastic step of removing the Ukrainian citizenship of the mayor of Odesa. This is a significant move, and it’s generating a lot of discussion, mostly about the charges.

The core reason for stripping the mayor of citizenship seems to be his alleged possession of Russian citizenship. The Ukrainian government apparently has evidence, including what they say is confirmation from Russia itself, that he holds a Russian passport.… Continue reading

Zelensky Proposes Ukrainian Citizenship For Foreign Fighters

Zelensky Proposes Ukrainian Citizenship For Foreign Fighters

As I read about President Zelensky’s proposal to offer Ukrainian citizenship to foreign fighters, I couldn’t help but feel a mix of admiration and curiosity. It reminded me of France’s foreign legion, where joining and shedding blood for the country can lead to citizenship. The concept of becoming a citizen of a country you are willing to die for seems like a fair reward for those brave individuals. And while I understand that not many would join a bloody war solely for the purpose of obtaining Ukrainian citizenship, it is still commendable that Ukraine recognizes and appreciates the sacrifices made by foreign volunteers.… Continue reading