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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky hailed Oleksandr Usyk's victory over Tyson Fury as proof that Ukraine "will not give up what's ours" after nearly three years of war with Russia.

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Kyiv Post → Source tone: certain

Victory! So important and so necessary for all of us now.

Ukrinform → Source tone: certain

Volodymyr Zelensky congratulated boxer Oleksandr Usyk on retaining his title as the undisputed world heavyweight champion following his victory over Britain's Tyson Fury.

Ukrinform → Source tone: certain

Victory! So important and so needed by all of us right now.

Ukrinform → Source tone: certain

By retaining his championship belts, Usyk proves that Ukrainians will hold on to what belongs to them.

Ukrinform → Source tone: certain

No matter how hard it gets -- we will overcome everything. Whether it is in the ring, on the battlefield or in the diplomatic arena -- we will fight and we will not give up what is ours!

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