**Usyk Challenges Trump to Experience Ukraine's War Firsthand**

In a bold statement to the media, Usyk highlights the harsh realities faced by Ukrainians as he urges the former president to witness the war's impact firsthand.

Unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk has publicly invited former U.S. President Donald Trump to stay in his home for a week in order to gain a firsthand understanding of the ongoing war in Ukraine. Since the full-scale invasion by Russia in 2022, the situation in Ukraine has deteriorated, and Usyk believes that living in the country, even briefly, could provide Trump with crucial insights into the day-to-day experiences of its people.

Usyk, who dedicated his victory against Anthony Joshua in 2022 to the people of Ukraine, addressed Trump directly through BBC Sport, stating, "I advise American President Donald Trump to come to Ukraine and live in my house for one week. Only one week. I will give him my house. Live please in Ukraine and watch what is going on every night." He emphasized the persistent danger that surrounds him, saying, "Every night there are bombs and flights above my house. Bombs, rocket. Every night. It's enough."

Throughout his presidency, Trump claimed he could resolve the war in Ukraine rapidly, making bold promises to end the conflict within 24 hours should he win re-election. However, he has recently placed blame on Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelensky, accusing him of instigating the war. Usyk expressed uncertainty about whether Trump's perspective on the conflict would change, stating, "I don't know. Maybe he'll understand, maybe he won't." He poignantly highlighted the atrocities of war: "Ukrainian people are dying. It's not just military guys, but children, women, grandmothers, grandfathers. For me it's hard. It's my country. I worry about what happens in my country."

Usyk has maintained a strong stance for peace in Ukraine since the onset of the war, using his platform as a world champion boxer to advocate for the nation. Alongside fellow boxers Wladimir and Vitali Klitschko, Usyk remains actively involved in efforts to raise awareness about the plight of Ukrainians. The current WBA (super), WBO, and WBC champion is set to face Britain's Daniel Dubois on July 19 at Wembley Stadium in a highly anticipated rematch, where he aims to solidify his legacy in the boxing world.