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Time magazine names Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy ‘Person of the Year’

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is Time’s “Person of the Year,” the magazine said Wednesday.

The magazine said Mr. Zelenskyy will share the distinction with the “Spirit of Ukraine.”

The issue’s cover shows a large image of Mr. Zelenskyy in his trademark army-green garb and fellow Ukrainians with gold and yellow flags and sunflowers, a national symbol.

Mr. Zelenskyy won plaudits from around the world for his bravery and national spirit after Russia invaded his country in February.

He famously told Western leaders, “I Don’t Need A Ride, I Need More Ammunition,” after partner nations offered to get him out Kyiv, the capital.