Singer Ruslana spoke about the word she forbade herself to say.

Ukrainian singer Ruslana Lyzhytsko openly shared that she has always considered Russia foreign to herself, even with Ural roots on her mother's side. She refuses even to name Russia.

'Mentally, Russia has always been foreign to me. I have Ural blood from my mother. I do not consider Ural blood to be Muscovite. The Urals are a completely different historical and ethnic topic,' the singer emphasized.

Ruslana Lyzhytsko noted that she feels close to Europe and considers Russia a foreign country. She will avoid performing in Russian in duets with Russian performers and expressed sharp criticism towards Russians, calling them 'spiritual beggars.' The singer claims that Russians try to appropriate cultural values and history, showing disrespect for the heritage and symbols of other nations.

Ruslana Lyzhytsko openly expressed her attitude towards Russia, pointing out her sense of foreignness towards this country even with Ural roots. She emphasized her closeness to Europe and her refusal to recognize Russia. The singer also criticized Russians for their behavior regarding the cultural heritage and symbols of other nations.