Usyk offers Trump a week-long stay in his home to gain insight into the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, highlighting the devastating effects of war on civilians.
**Usyk Invites Trump to Experience Reality of Ukrainian War Personally**
**Usyk Invites Trump to Experience Reality of Ukrainian War Personally**
Ukrainian boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk challenges Trump to witness the war's impact firsthand.
Unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk has extended a unique invitation to former U.S. President Donald Trump, proposing that he live in his home for a week to fully grasp the grim realities of the ongoing war in Ukraine. The proposal comes in light of Trump's previous claims that he could resolve the conflict "within 24 hours" if re-elected, alongside his criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Usyk has remained an outspoken advocate for peace, utilizing his platform to draw attention to the struggles faced by his fellow citizens. “I advise American President Donald Trump to come to Ukraine and live in my house for one week,” Usyk stated in an interview with BBC Sport. He emphasized that the experience might offer Trump a deeper understanding of the situation, where nightly bombings and air raids are a harsh reality for many Ukrainians.
Usyk’s invitation highlights his concern for the Ukrainian people, underscoring that casualties extend beyond military personnel to include innocent children, women, and elderly citizens. "It's not just military guys, but children, women, grandmothers, grandfathers," Usyk lamented, expressing his emotional turmoil over the conflict.
The boxer’s commitment to advocating for peace has been evident since his rematch with Anthony Joshua, held shortly after the war's onset. Alongside other notable figures, including retired champions Wladimir and Vitali Klitschko, Usyk has tirelessly worked to raise awareness about the plight of his homeland.
Usyk is also preparing for an upcoming title defense against Britain's Daniel Dubois on July 19 at Wembley Stadium. A win could secure Usyk's position as a two-time undisputed heavyweight champion while simultaneously keeping the spotlight on the crisis back home.
