Published 2 years ago

Ukrainians who fled the war celebrate Ukrainian Independence Day in Edmonton

Summary by Ground News

Ukraine declared its victory over the Soviet Union on August 24, 1991. The day is celebrated every year as Independence Day. This year, Ukrainian Independence Day is not filled with its usual fanfare. It also marks six months since Russian forces invaded Ukraine on February 24."They still feel free. And I think that's what keeps them going," Aslanova said.

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BBC News

Ukraine: Refugees in the North East mark Independence Day

Six months after Russia invaded Ukraine, refugees mark the anniversary of their independence in 1991.

2 years ago·United Kingdom

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CTV News

Ukrainians who fled the war celebrate Ukrainian Independence Day in Edmonton

Ukrainians who fled the war at home gathered in downtown Edmonton on Wednesday to celebrate Ukrainian Independence Day.

2 years ago·Canada

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CBC News

Ukrainians gather to celebrate Independence Day but it's bittersweet amid war with Russia

Ukrainians in Toronto gathered to celebrate their country's Independence Day on Wednesday, but the occasion was bittersweet because it also marked sixth months since the Russians invaded.

2 years ago·Canada

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Global News

Kelowna’s Ukrainian community celebrates Independence Day - Okanagan

"Every day, every moment, every time we are thinking about Ukraine because our life in Ukraine was very good."

2 years ago·Toronto, Canada

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New York Post

Ukraine’s Independence Day celebrated across the world

From New York to Israel, thousands of people gathered Wednesday to show their support for Ukraine on the country's independence day.

2 years ago·New York, United States

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ABC Australia

Ukraine's Independence Day celebrated around the world

Celebrations for Ukraine's August 24 Independence Day public holiday were cancelled in the country, but many Ukrainians marked the occasion by wearing embroidered shirts, typical of the national dress.

2 years ago·Australia

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