Zelenskyy's Christmas Wish for Putin's Demise Sparks Kremlin Outcry

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's Christmas Eve address in December 2023 included a veiled wish for Vladimir Putin's demise, stating, "'May he perish,' each of us may think to ourselves." This statement, delivered amid ongoing conflict, prompted sharp criticism from the Kremlin, which deemed it "uncouth" and questioned Zelenskyy's diplomatic capabilities.

• Zelenskyy's Christmas message contained a 'May he perish' statement.
• Comment widely interpreted as a veiled wish for Putin's death.
• Address given on December 24, 2023, during active Russian attacks.
• Ukraine shifted official Christmas celebration to December 25 in 2023.
• Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov criticized remarks as 'uncouth' and 'embittered'.
• Zelenskyy also emphasized Ukraine's fight for peace and unity.

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