The decision comes more than a week after Ukraines Ministry of Foreign Affairscalled out HBOover the casting of Bikovic.

The result of such a narrative is the triumph of absurdity and the defeat of art, he said.

Recalling growing up during the 1990s Yugoslav wars, Bikovic shared a similar sentiment in his statement today.

Miloš Biković

Miloš BikovićGetty

There is no public record of Bikovic supporting Kremlins invasion of Ukraine.

Denouncing Russias actions in Ukraine couldve protected his shot at a Hollywood career at a great personal risk.

Here is Bikovics full statement:

I grew up in a war-torn country.

Milos Bikovic

And could never wish such devastation on anyone.There are more and more active conflicts in the entire world.

Each one is different.

Each one is heartbreaking.

I believe it can help humanity unite.

My beliefs and my dedication to art will remain unchanged.