Former Ukrainian commander-in-chief publishes book begun during his tenure

Valerii Zaluzhnyi, former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and current Ambassador to the UK, has released a book titled My War. The work, which he began over a year and a half ago, is the first instalment of a trilogy. Source: Zaluzhnyi on Telegram

Quote from Zaluzhnyi: "I'm sharing with you my own story about myself, my thoughts and the decisions that shaped my life. My War is the first book in a trilogy I began writing in March 2023."

Details: He mentioned that drafts of the book had been compiled and edited by his wife. Zaluzhnyi stated that this book is written for young people, with the aim of conveying "an important truth: everything is possible in life if you truly desire it".

"This is a book about my war. Firstly, the war with my own fears that prevent me from doing anything. Secondly, the war with people who stop me from achieving my goals.

And finally, the war against circumstances that become obstacles in life. I hope you find it interesting," the ambassador said.

He expressed hope that he would have the opportunity to meet and speak with readers. The book was published by The Library of Babel, a Ukrainian publishing house.

My War spans 248 pages, featuring an embossed cloth cover and a cardboard slipcase. It is priced at UAH 550 (approximately US£13) on the publisher's website. The print run is 20,000 copies.

Zaluzhnyi's trilogy will consist of books: My War, Our War and Their War.

Background:

• On 8 February, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a decree dismissing Valerii Zaluzhnyi from the post of Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces.
• On 7 March, Zelenskyy approved Valerii Zaluzhnyi's candidacy as Ukraine's ambassador to the UK, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine submitted a request to the UK.

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