On Sunday, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba confirmed that more than 20,000 overseas people from 52 countries have volunteered to fight for Ukraine in a rapidly forming international entity.
Most have already taken the trip there, including more than 100 from Denmark, as well as 100-150 from Norway.
Ukraine accepts assistance from nationals of all countries. Except Russia.
Ambassador: Interest is constantly growing
And yesterday, Mykhailo Vydoinik, the Ukrainian ambassador to Denmark, confirmed that interest in Denmark is growing.
ยปEvery day we get more and more calls from Danes who want to be part of the Ukrainian army and who want to protect my country. I am impressed by how many, because you are a relatively small country, โhe told DR.
“They also want to protect their own country. They say that the Ukrainians are not only fighting for their own country but also for freedom. They say they want to support us, because if Putin wins, he will not stop in Ukraine – he will continue to attack the civilized world. “
PM: Danes can walk freely
Vydoinik confirmed that more than 100 are already on Ukrainian soil.
Many have consulted a website specially set up by the Ukrainian authorities, fightforua.orgwhich describes in detail how they can apply: first by applying to the embassy, โโand then finally by signing a contract when they arrive on Ukrainian soil.
Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has already approved the admission of the Danes.
Veterans chair: Do not walk unless you are willing to die or be maimed
Vydoinik claims that many have a military background: “They are professionals. They know where they are going – it’s war. We all know there’s a risk of losing your life. We also get inquiries from people who do not have that experience. Then we suggest that it is better that they help with other things like humanitarian aid. “
Denmark’s Veterans Chairman Niels Hartvig Andersen estimates, however, that only 10-15 of the new soldiers have previously served their Danish military service. He also claims that Vydoinik also counts Danish-based Ukrainians who have a Danish passport.
Andersen strongly advises against going to Ukraine: “I can well understand that many people think it is a noble thing, but you have to think really hard about: Are you willing to kill? Are you willing to be killed or end up disabled? โ
Source: The Nordic Page