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Ukraine's president coos over a puppy, starting a new volley in his war of visuals against Russia
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Laurie Kellman And Volodymyr Yurchuk, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· August 26, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The scene unfolded in an office, where a former boxer from the US handed him the puppy. A video has surfaced showing Ukraine's president in a rare display of affection, holding a young dog.
A video has surfaced showing Ukraine's president in a rare display of affection, holding a young dog. The scene unfolded in an office, where a former boxer from the US handed him the puppy. This moment is part of a broader effort to shape public perception, amidst an ongoing conflict.
The puppy, an American pit bull terrier, was given to the president by a longtime supporter of Ukraine. This supporter is also a fan of the breed.
Further details about this encounter are available, including the context and motivations behind it.
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Category: safety Published: August 26, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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