Klitschko: "Putin's Russia is not going to conquer Ukraine"

🎙️ Facing War: A Conversation with Vitaliy and Wladimir Klitschko TUM Speakers Series × Munich Security Conference In partnership with the Munich Security Conference, the TUM Speakers Series presents an afternoon with Vitaliy Klitschko, Mayor of Kyiv, and Wladimir Klitschko, Chairman of the Klitschko Foundation — an unfiltered conversation on leadership under pressure, democratic resilience, and nearly four years of illegal Russian invasion in Ukraine. 🔹 About the Talk Drawing on their humanitarian work, international advocacy, and an exceptional boxing career with multiple world championship titles, the brothers reflect on perseverance, civil society, and collective responsibility to defend freedom and sovereignty. Keynote + moderated discussion + audience Q&A. Note: Given the ongoing security situation in Kyiv, Vitaliy Klitschko's participation was via digital connection. 🔹 About the Speakers Vitaliy Klitschko — Mayor of Kyiv As Mayor of Kyiv and Head of the Kyiv City State Administration, Vitaliy Klitschko has led his city's response to Russia's full-scale invasion, overseeing crisis management and civil protection under constant pressure. Before entering public service, nicknamed "Dr. Ironfist," he was one of the most dominant heavyweight champions of his generation. Today he is a prominent international voice for Ukraine, advocating for reconstruction, democratic values, and sustained global support. Together with his brother, he co-founded the Klitschko Foundation, supporting education and youth affected by the conflict. Wladimir Klitschko — Chairman, Klitschko Foundation One of the most decorated heavyweight boxers in history, Wladimir Klitschko held multiple world titles from 2000 to 2015 with a record-breaking 23 successful defences and Olympic gold in 1996. Nicknamed "Dr. Steelhammer," he was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2021 and recognised as a UNESCO 'Hero for Kids.' Since 2022, he has served as a reservist in the Ukrainian Armed Forces and transformed Klitschko Ventures into a hub for logistics and humanitarian aid distribution. 🔹 About the TUM Speakers Series One of Europe's leading student-run platforms for dialogue between business, politics, and society. Since 1999, 160+ events, 100,000+ attendees — hosting world leaders including Bill Gates, Kofi Annan, Sam Altman, and Tony Blair. 🔹 Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:05 Opening Remarks 03:13 Speech by Vitaliy Klitschko 05:20 What's the Spirit of the Ukrainian People? 11:28 Divide and Conquer 17:50 A Lasting Peace? 21:34 Fighting Against Corruption in Ukraine 27:52 Klitschko Foundation — Helping the Children 34:55 Habits of a World Boxing Champion 37:06 The First Night of the Invasion 40:17 Klitschko's Favorite Ukrainian Saying 43:44 4 Years of War — What Keeps You Going? 45:40 Ukraine and Europe in a Changing World Subscribe for more conversations with world leaders! 🌐 https://www.speakersseries.de 📸   / tumspeakersseries   💼   / tum-speakers-series   #Klitschko #Ukraine #UkraineWar #Leadership #Europe #Democracy #geopolitics #news