The West Is Defenseless Without Ukraine! —Interview with Paul Grod

Paul Grod, the President of the World Congress of Ukrainians, spoke about the importance of decisive action from the West in supporting Ukraine, rather than empty statements. The Ukrainian diaspora across the globe is a powerful force, with almost as many Ukrainians living outside Ukraine as there are within its borders. The Ukrainian World Congress, which Grod leads, is a global organization that brings together Ukrainian communities in over 85 countries.

They advocate for Ukraine and provide a powerful voice, holding rallies and events in 750 cities on critical days like the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion.

The organization's main focus is to call for air defense systems for Ukraine, as the country is continuously targeted by ballistic missiles. Grod emphasized that Ukraine serves as the shield of Europe and that the war must be stopped to allow for negotiations. He criticized the Coalition of the Willing summit, stating that real action needs to follow the discussions.

Grod believes that the success of Ukraine depends on the pressure applied by the international community, particularly the countries where Ukrainians reside. He stressed the need for support from average citizens in these countries, as it is difficult for nations to contribute as much as they do without public backing.