Vitali Klichko

Vitali Klichko is a Ukrainian politician and former professional boxer who has served as the mayor of Kyiv since 2014. Known for his impressive boxing career, which included holding the WBC heavyweight title, Klichko transitioned into politics after retiring from the sport. He has been a prominent advocate for Ukraine's sovereignty and democratic reforms, especially in light of the ongoing conflict with Russia. Recently, he has been in the news for addressing the aftermath of a massive Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv, which resulted in numerous casualties and significant damage to the city's infrastructure.