The moment in which a Ukrainian presenter says goodbye to the audience after being called up: "I'm going to war"

In just under three weeks, it will mark two years since the conflict in Ukraine began due to the invasion of Russian troops. Despite the passing of time, the situation remains unresolved and the violence persists.

The impact of this ongoing conflict is felt most by the people involved, as demonstrated by a Ukrainian news presenter who recently bid farewell to his audience in order to join the armed forces and fight on the front lines.

“The time has come for me to leave my comfortable studio behind and don a military uniform,” declared Orest Drymalovsky, a 29-year-old journalist, during a live broadcast.

“This marks the end of an era for me. Today, I bid goodbye as this is my final broadcast before being mobilized into the Ukrainian Armed Forces,” announced the passionate journalist who will be joining the ranks later this week.

“I implore you to believe in, support, and join the Armed Forces of Ukraine,” he passionately expressed. “There is no alternative path to victory,” he added, urging his fellow citizens to rally behind their military efforts.

Drymalovsky later mentioned in an interview with the Daily Mail that fleeing abroad, a choice made by many, was never a consideration for him. “I envision working, starting a family, and building a successful business right here in Ukraine. I desire for my future children to grow up in this country,” he emphasized.

“In order to make all this possible, we must do what is necessary to safeguard our state. And to protect our state, it becomes imperative to serve in the army when duty calls. It’s as simple as that,” he concluded.