Wow! Taylor Swift’s ex-boyfriend Conor Kennedy secretly joined the struggle in Ukraine!
On Friday, the 28-year-old son of Robert Kennedy Jr. and the late Mary Richards Kennedy opened up about his time on the battle strains with Ukraine’s Worldwide Legion whereas the nation continues to struggle off Russia’s invasion. Sharing a photograph of his buddy Nick in navy gear, he wrote:
“I do know this story is popping out, so I wish to say my piece first to make the most effective of it and encourage others to take motion. Like many individuals, I used to be deeply moved by what I noticed taking place in Ukraine over the previous yr. I needed to assist. After I heard about Ukraine’s Worldwide Legion, I knew I used to be going, and I went to the embassy to enlist the following day.”
Whoa!
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Conor managed to maintain his involvement within the conflict extremely tight-lipped by solely telling TWO folks. He continued:
“I instructed one particular person right here the place I used to be, and I instructed one particular person there my actual title. I didn’t need my household or associates to fret, and I didn’t wish to be handled otherwise there. Moving into, I had no prior navy expertise and wasn’t an amazing shot, however I might carry heavy issues and discovered quick. I used to be additionally prepared to die there. In order that they quickly agreed to ship me to the northeastern entrance.”
It’s unclear why he needed to return residence, but it surely feels like he doesn’t remorse a single second of his time within the conflict zone, he continued:
“My time in Ukraine wasn’t lengthy however I noticed lots and I felt lots. I favored being a soldier, greater than I had anticipated. It’s scary. However life is easy, and the rewards for locating braveness and doing good are substantial. My associates there know why I needed to come residence. I’ll at all times owe them for his or her instance. I do know I’m fortunate I made it again, however I might additionally take all of the dangers we took over once more.”
Really such a courageous factor to do! And so surprising. A Kennedy going to conflict?
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Sharing extra of his expertise, the New York native additionally went on to reward all of the brave folks nonetheless pushing again in opposition to Russia, including:
“This conflict, like all others, is horrific. The folks I met had been the bravest I’ve ever identified. My fellow legionnaires — who got here from completely different nations, backgrounds, ideologies — are true freedom fighters. As are the residents I knew, lots of whom have misplaced every little thing of their lengthy battle in opposition to oligarchy, and towards a democratic system. They know this isn’t a conflict between equals, it’s a revolution.
This conflict will form the destiny of democracy on this century. There’s extra to say about its politics and the function of western governments there. For now, I’ll solely urge you to assist in your private capability. Be a part of the legion, assistance on the border, or ship medical provides. Day by day, somebody there sacrifices every little thing for an enduring peace. They will’t be requested to behave alone.”
It’s actually so commendable that he went to assist out in particular person! And Conor’s proper, Ukraine might nonetheless use all the assistance it might probably get. Try his full publish (under).
Conor’s stayed out of the headlines for some time now, following his whirlwind romance with Taylor which resulted in 2012. Whereas they solely dated for a couple of months, they continue to be one among her most well-known relationships. Followers even imagine the romance impressed her 2012 track Start Once more, which references beginning over after a heartbreak. This can be a fairly nice method to get consideration to the trigger! We’re so glad he stayed secure throughout his time on the entrance strains. Reactions? Tell us (under)!
[Image via Conor Kennedy/Instagram & SNL/YouTube]