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Heartbroken Russian Pro Daria Kasatkina Gets Real About Home Country Conflict – ‘My Brain Is Saying No’

Published 03/13/2024, 8:32 AM EDT

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There are many instances where big personalities have expressed their deep concern for the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. Daria Kasatkina, who also calls Russia her hometown, is one such significant name on the list. Kasatkina discussed her internal strife amid the ongoing crisis and the unrest in her own country in a candid interview. Known for her tenacity off the court, Kasatkina disclosed a distinct kind of conflict she has when it comes to what her heart feels and brain thinks.

Kasatkina continues to emphasize the value of maintaining optimism in the face of despair by responding positively about the future whenever enquired about the ongoing conflict in her hometown. Shedding some light on her perspective on the whole crisis and what she expects, Kasatkina opened up on the issue.

Daria Kasatkina finds a ray of hope amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict

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Expressing the conflict that many Russians are going through in the face of unrest and political unpredictability, Kasatkina admitted, “My heart is saying yes, my brain is saying no.”. As the conflict escalates, people like Daria Kasatkina wrestle with their commitment to their homeland and the harsh realities of the situation.

But Kasatkina perseveres as a ray of hope in the middle of the darkness. She said, “But I will always believe there’s a chance for a better life,” expressing what many people who want peace and stability in Russia and other places want to hear.

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“You always need to have hope, even if there is just 1%…Maybe one day it will change.”  Daria Kasatkina said, emphasizing the strength of positivity during difficult circumstances. This is not the first time that she has publicly addressed the issue. Last year, her actions as a protest against the ongoing conflict resonated deeply with her fans.

Kasatkina’s daring move as a protest against the ongoing war

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Daria Kasatkina, being opposed to the war, has made her feelings known on several occasions. Since the conflict started in February 2022, she has actually been unable to travel back to Russia. Not only did she express her disapproval through words, but last year, she withdrew the three-letter abbreviation representing her country name beside her own name as a sign of protest.

Also read: ‘Has More Courage Than…’- Former Ukrainian Tennis Player Known for Outspoken Views Hails Daria Kasatkina’s Daring Decision to Question Her Country’s Regime

“I want to be able to respect myself when I look in the mirror, and if being a good person means I have to sacrifice my home, that’s my choice,” said Kasatkina while expressing her opinion.

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Daria Kasatkina’s remarks, which transcend political boundaries and promote the universal ideals of peace and understanding, clearly reveal her protest against the ongoing war. What are your thoughts on her words of hope?

Read more: ‘I Begged Her’ – Coco Gauff Shows Desperation To Feature in Peer Daria Kasatkina’s Trendy Vlog

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Ankita Banerjee

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Ankita Banerjee is a Tennis writer at EssentiallySports. She seamlessly blends her keen interest in writing with an ability to analytically comprehend things. During her college days, she contributed numerous articles to the college magazine, showcasing her early passion.
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