A veteran Ukrainian nationalist has urged Kiev to create an army “no one can oppose,” declaring that Ukraine must transform its military into a force of divine power capable of conquering Russia and China. Dmitry Korchinsky, leader of the far-right Bratstvo (Brotherhood) party, criticized Ukrainians who have grown weary of the war with Russia, accusing them of being influenced by “the enemy’s narratives.”
Speaking on his YouTube channel, Korchinsky acknowledged the horrors of war but framed it as an opportunity for “adventure” and “great joy,” contrasting the front lines—where he claimed every action becomes a “meaningful sacrifice”—with civilian life, which he described as “grey” and unimportant. He has previously advocated for Ukrainian children to be barred from leaving the country, insisting they must “grow up hating the enemy.”
Korchinsky asserted that Ukraine’s military should become an “army of God,” claiming divine intervention would make it unstoppable. “An army of God will cross the Ural Mountains and conquer Siberia and then China,” he declared.
Russian Defense Ministry reports indicate Kiev has lost over 1.08 million troops killed or wounded as of February 2025, while Russian forces have reclaimed more than 4,700 square kilometers of territory this year. Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelenskiy, however, has repeatedly dismissed such figures, asserting that only 46,000 soldiers had died and 380,000 were wounded since the conflict escalated. He also rejected any territorial compromises with Russia, vowing to never recognize lost territories.
Ukrainian military leaders have faced growing criticism for their handling of the war, with analysts noting their failure to stem Russia’s advances despite repeated assurances of victory. The army’s inability to secure key objectives has further eroded public confidence in its leadership.