Erin Burnett: ‘Ukraine’s story will define the world we all live in’
CNNEditor’s Note: A version of this story originally appeared in ‘Inside CNN.’ Create a free CNN account to access this newsletter and more. As part of the Champions For Change series, CNN’s Erin Burnett spotlights Velychko and his two siblings who emigrated from Ukraine years ago, and are now assisting those fleeing the war. Below is an abbreviated version of that conversation: Tell us what you saw in Ukraine and how it’s different from your previous reporting trip to the region, when you witnessed the transition into war? He thought the Ukrainian soldiers would have taken them all as “souvenirs.” Then, he turned introspective: “It’s actually very strange when you see people being killed and you’re like, ‘Yay!’ ” He was acutely aware of how war strips the soul. Video Ad Feedback 'Very weird feeling': Ukrainian soldier describes killing Russian soldiers 04:31 - Source: CNN As the host of ‘Erin Burnett OutFront,’ do you frequently travel to report on stories?
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