Lisbon Commemorates Three Years of Ukraine's Struggle: A Touching Tribute
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Lisbon Commemorates Three Years of Ukraine's Struggle: A Touching Tribute

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Summary:

  • Carlos Moedas commemorated the 3rd anniversary of the Ukrainian invasion.

  • Maryna Mykhailenko highlighted the resilience of the Ukrainian people.

  • Expressed gratitude for Portugal's support, including restoration efforts in Kyiv.

  • Reinforced the idea that Ukraine's struggle is pivotal for European freedom.

  • The event concluded with a minute of silence and the Ukrainian National Anthem.

A Significant Commemoration in Lisbon

On the afternoon of February 23, Carlos Moedas, the Mayor of Lisbon, participated in the initiative Remembering the 3rd Year of the Russian Invasion of Ukraine at Praça do Município. This event aimed to honor the resilience and courage of the Ukrainian people in face of ongoing adversity.

Commemoration Event

During the ceremony, Maryna Mykhailenko, the Ukrainian Ambassador, emphasized that the last three years have been marked by murder, destruction, and violence, but also by resistance, heroism, and determination. She stated that fighting for the right to live freely in one’s own country is a fundamental struggle for Ukrainians.

Expressing Gratitude for Portugal's Support

Ambassador Mykhailenko expressed her deep gratitude to Portugal and its people for their support and solidarity, highlighting that this aid was not just verbal but took the form of tangible assistance. She acknowledged the restoration of the Main Cross of St. Sophia Cathedral in Kyiv and the inauguration of a memorial to the victims of Holodomor in Lisbon.

The Shared Struggle for Freedom

The ambassador articulated that the struggle of Ukraine is not just for its own sovereignty but for the future of all of Europe, stating, "Ukraine is Europe." She called for a just and lasting peace based on international law, where the rights of all nations, big and small, are upheld.

Acknowledging Ukrainian Valor

Mayor Carlos Moedas praised the courage of the Ukrainian people, expressing pride in their fight for democracy and freedom. He reassured them that the people of Lisbon have always stood in solidarity with Ukraine and will continue to do so.

Ukrainian Valor

Moedas stated, "When you look at the Cathedral of St. Sophia and see that cross, know that the people of Lisbon stand with you and have not forgotten you." He also recognized the leadership of President Volodymyr Zelensky, thanking him for his bravery and commitment to the fight for freedom.

Conclusion of the Ceremony

The ceremony concluded with a minute of silence for the victims of the war and the singing of the Ukrainian National Anthem. Pavlo Sadokha, president of the Ukrainian Association in Portugal, also acknowledged the warm welcome given to Ukrainian refugees in Lisbon since the onset of the conflict.

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