Zelensky leads Kyiv's Independence Day celebrations

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky rang in celebrations on Ukraine's Independence Day, saying Ukraine wanted peace but would not simply give in.

24 August 2026 Romanian president Nicușor Dan sent a message of congratulations to Ukraine on Monday, August 24, to mark the neighboring country’s Independence Day. The official highlighted the “extraordinary courage and heroic resilience of the Ukrainian people in defence of our shared values and freedom.” He also pro

On Ukrainian Independence Day, the PM will tell the Ukrainian people "the UK is behind you today and for as long as it takes" and that Russia's threats only strengthen the UK's resolve

The event was held by the Ukraine Canadian Congress’ (UCC) Waterloo-Wellington branch alongside Plast Kitchener Waterloo.

President Volodymyr Zelensky led the National Flag Day raising ceremony in Kyiv on Sunday, Aug. 23, attended by top state officials and leaders from six Nordic and Baltic nations. During his address, Zelensky highlighted the presence of the historic 1991 “Flag of Independence” and stated that Russia’s invasions are dri