European Leaders Mark Ukraine’s 35th Independence Day as Russian Invasion Pushes On

European Leaders Mark Ukraine’s 35th Independence Day as Russian Invasion Pushes On

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — European leaders joined President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv on Monday to celebrate the 35th anniversary of Ukraine’s independence and boost its long-range missile program as Russia pressed on with its 4-year-old invasion of the country.

European leaders mark Ukraine’s 35th Independence Day

KYIV, Ukraine — European leaders joined President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv on Monday to celebrate the 35th anniversary of Ukraine’s independence and boost its long-range missile program as Russia pressed on with its 4-year-old invasion of the country.

Zelenskyy honours Ukrainian soldiers in Kyiv as Ukraine marks 35th Independence Day celebrations

Zelenskyy honours Ukrainian soldiers in Kyiv as Ukraine marks 35th Independence Day celebrations

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky honors fallen soldiers in Kyiv

August 24 marks the 35th anniversary of Ukraine's independence, and it also marks four and a half years of conflict with Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky honored fallen soldiers in Kyiv as the country marked Independence Day, saying Ukraine wants peace but will not surrender.Watch this video from The Hill: Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky honors fallen soldiers in Kyiv on the 35th anniversary of Ukraine’s independence. pic.twit…