Ukrainian singer turned soldier thanks Britain for Eurovision vote | Taras Topolia

"It gives us a lot of emotion and power to fight when we see that European people support Ukraine."

Ukrainian singer Taras Topolia thanks the British public for voting for Ukraine at Eurovision and talks about the symbolism behind Britain and Ukraine's ranking.

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[doverivermedia]

For the first time in ages, I'm proud of great Britain. I'm proud of all of Europe and the USA for all coming together in such an amazing way for the good of the world. 🇬🇧...🇺🇦

[christastic]

As a uk person I was so happy when Ukraine won Eurovision. Now the uk people want the people of Ukraine to win the was against the Russian invasion . Big hugs from 🇬🇧

[donnacollins]

I enjoyed watching it please stay safe Sending love and prayers from the US 🙏
GLORY to Ukraine 🌻🙏🙏🌎

[ronwyneking]

Positive attitude Ukraine, positive outcomes, I pray, cry and watch the suffering, Slava Ukraine

[kaymuldowney]

Gloria to Ukraine well done, Heartiest congratulations . Hugs and warm wishes going your way. Praying for peace and restoration of your beautiful country.

[christinemcclymont]

Love the music and spirit of Ukraine as epitomised by this interviewee.

[denisedavies]

🍾🥂 congratulations. Well deserved. Slava Ukraine ❤️❤️🇬🇧🇺🇦❤️❤️

[sooz]

God Bless Ukraine... such incredible, passionate, capable people. They have taken everything that russia has thrown at them and given it right back measure for measure. (and in some instances bettered them!!) They never complain and their circumstances are horrible and beyond anything we can imagine. I have nothing but love and admiration and tons of respect for Ukraine and it's Courageous People 🇺🇦

[larryleow]

... stay safe Taras.... KICK putin out of Ukraine & Victory to Ukraine just like Victory in Eurovision - Slava Ukraini 💪

[nothingp]

Congratulations Ukraine we're all so proud of you.👏🎊🎉🍾🇺🇦💙

[BlueJazzBoyNZ]

Stand with Ukraine
Love Liberty Sovereignty

[lionelpayette]

The world loves Taras Topolia and all the Ukrainian people. Victory to Ukraine. 💙💛☮

[veggie]

Great EV entry and funky song with a powerful emotional meaning. V Songs hinting at COVID

[N_LAW]

Could you see any British singer fight in a war couldn't think of one great win Ukraine next the war SLAVA UKRAINIAN SUPERIOR SOLDIERS AND HEROS

[n]

Yes next Eurovision ll b in yalta in Crimea GOD WELLING IT LL B 🇺🇦

[denisedavies]

Tara’s, I did not know your wife was a singer and I didn’t know she represented Ukraine in 2010. I just watched the video. What an awesome prophetic song. The words are so relevant today 12 years after they were written. I hope your three children become as talented as you and Alyosha creating a memorable musical dynasty. Slava Ukraine ❤️❤️🇬🇧🇺🇦❤️❤️

[idlehands]

That Irishman Bono is going to love this!

[Dirgis-]

Finally the troll farms have to shut up 🥳

[helenaholmberg]

Votes from all around Europe! And grumblers

[dixonpinfold]

Perhaps unsurprisingly, Russia's song, "We Will Nuke the Whole Rest of the World, " came last.