Oleksii Haran on 35 years of independence: from ’severed fingers in Kyiv’ to missiles on Moscow Despite stereotypes, a unique feature of Ukrainians compared to many other countries that emerged from the USSR is the ability to unite and reach compromises in order to save the state. This is the opinion of political scientist, professor of the National University "Kyiv-Mohyla Academy" Oleksii Haran. The Ilko Kucheriv Democratic Initiatives Foundation, of which Haran is a scientific advisor, is a sign of the highest political expertise, and he most often voices it. 13 521 29 Previously in trend: Independence Day