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World leaders congratulate Ukraine on Independence Day (updated) World leaders have issued congratulations on Ukraine's Independence Day. 5 414 31 Previously in trend: Independence Day 
Free Ukraine is free Europe - von der Leyen congratulated Ukrainians on Independence Day European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen congratulated Ukrainians on Ukraine's Independence Day. 516 5 Previously in trend: Independence Day 
Zelenskyy on Independence Day: On 24 February, Ukraine came of age and stopped world’s second largest army. VIDEO President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has congratulated Ukrainians on the Independence Day of Ukraine. 4 405 85 Previously in trend: Independence Day 
Lithuanian Prime Minister Šimonite: "Together we will celebrate victory with electricity, gas and without Russians" On Saturday, 24 August, Lithuanian Prime Minister Ingrida Šimonite delivered a greeting in Kyiv at a solemn event dedicated to Ukraine's Independence Day. 3 793 23 
Blue and yellow flag flies over Kurdiumivka in Donetsk region. VIDEO Border Guard Air Reconnaissance installed the Flag of Ukraine using an FPV drone on one of the power poles in Kurdiumivka, Donetsk region. 8 656 19 Previously in trend: War 
Von der Leyen on Independence Day: "Europe will always be on side of Ukraine, because Ukraine is Europe". VIDEO The President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen congratulated the citizens of Ukraine on Independence Day. 1 325 8 
Sounds of explosions, sirens and artillery: "This is what Ukraine’s independence sounds like". VIDEO President Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated citizens on the Independence Day of Ukraine. 13 691 30 Previously in trend: War 
Zelenskyy congratulated on Independence Day: "Whoever wants to sow evil on our land will reap its fruits on his territory". VIDEO President Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated citizens on the Independence Day of Ukraine. 3 556 46 
High probability of Russian shelling on Flag Day and Independence Day - National Police The National Police is ready to ensure security during the celebration of the National Flag Day and Independence Day of Ukraine. In addition to Donetsk, Luhansk, Sumy and Kherson regions, 486 events are expected to be held on the territory of the state on the occasion of public holidays. 6 720 21 
Combat work of aerial reconnaissance units of "Rarog" unit of 24th SMB. VIDEO The aerial reconnaissance men from the "Rarog" unit of the 24th SMB named after King Danylo Brigade published a video of their combat work and congratulated Ukrainians on the Independence Day. 3 711 4 Previously in trend: War 
Borrell, Metzola, and von der Leyen congratulated Ukraine on Independence Day: We confirm our commitment to Ukrainian people President of the European Parliament Roberta Metzola, EU High Representative Josep Borrell and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen congratulated the Ukrainian people on Independence Day. 772 0 Society 
Zelenskyy congratulated citizens on Independence Day: Everyone is needed, everyone is important - people, actions, and words. VIDEO President Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated citizens on the Independence Day of Ukraine. 4 081 82 Society 
Zaluzhnyi congratulated Ukrainians on Independence Day: Country of proud, heroic, and brave. VIDEO Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Valerii Zaluzhnyi congratulated Ukrainians on Independence Day. 6 129 25 Society 
On Independence Day of Ukraine, Russians shelled 58 settlements, - Yenin. VIDEO On Independence Day, 58 populated areas of Ukraine came under enemy fire. 3 794 8 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War 
Air raid alert was announced 189 times on Independence Day. In total, it lasted 14 hours. INFOGRAPHICS The air alert on the Independence Day of Ukraine was declared 189 times in total. In different regions, it lasted from 3 to 14 hours. 3 731 10 Previously in trend: War 
Macron, Scholz and Draghi congratulated Ukrainians on Independence Day The leaders of France, Germany and Italy published their congratulations to Ukraine on the 31st anniversary of independence. 1 981 5 Ukrainian Politics 
Partisans in occupied territories congratulated Ukrainians on Independence Day. PHOTOS Postcards with greetings are posted in Luhansk Region, Kherson and Crimea. 12 068 5 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas 
Johnson congratulated Ukrainians on Independence Day: No force can overcome patriotism of 44 million Ukrainians. VIDEO British Prime Minister Boris Johnson congratulated Ukraine on Independence Day and said that he never doubted its victory. 4 048 27 World 
Soldiers of "Azov" regiment recorded greetings for Independence Day on island of Khortytsia. VIDEO Soldiers of the "Azov" regiment recorded a special video congratulating on Independence Day on the island of Khortytsia in Zaporizhzhia. 9 878 12 Previously in trend: War 
"Lithuania is always with you": Nauseda congratulated Ukraine on Independence Day The President of Lithuania Gitanas Nauseda congratulated Ukraine on the 31st anniversary of Independence. 1 120 13 World 
Zelensky congratulated on Independence Day: "Enemy was waiting for flowers and applause, but he hears "claps" and receives wreaths". VIDEO President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky congratulated Ukraine on Independence Day. 10 958 136 Previously in trend: War 
Lukashenko cynically congratulated Ukraine on Independence Day, wishing "peaceful sky" Oleksandr Lukashenko, who seized power in Belarus, congratulated Ukrainians on Independence Day. In his address, he cynically wished our country a "peaceful sky". 22 354 64 Previously in trend: War 
Independence tastes like earth, blood, death and tears. Whoever fights, he knows - Zaluzhny. VIDEO Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Valery Zaluzhny, addressed the nation on the occasion of the country’s 31st Independence Day. 17 318 75 Previously in trend: War 
Zelensky about threat of massive shelling of Ukraine on Independence Day: If they will beat us - they will receive a powerful response If Russia increases the number of missile attacks during August 23-24, Ukraine’s response will be powerful. 16 168 70 Previously in trend: War 
Ukraine has warned world leaders about plans of Russian Federation for this week, - Zelensky The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, said that Ukraine has warned all partners about the plans of the Russian Federation for this week. 22 924 58 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War 
Occupiers have significantly increased number of missile carriers in Black Sea, - Southern Defense Forces on threat of shelling on holidays The Russian occupiers are increasing the number of missile carriers in the Black Sea, which may indicate preparations for shelling Ukrainian cities on Ukraine’s Independence Day. 3 974 20 Previously in trend: War 
Police urge Ukrainians to be careful on August 23-25 and be sure to take shelter during alarm signals On August 23-25, Ukrainians should especially strictly follow the rules in the event of an air alert, in particular, they must go to shelter. 2 718 12 Previously in trend: War 
89.1% pollees ready to support Ukraine's independence at referendum - survey A total of 89.1% of pollees questioned by the Ilko Kucheriv's Democratic Initiatives foundation and the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology are ready to support Ukraine's independence at a referendum. 3 371 101 Society 
Security Service detains man preparing terrorist act before Independence Day. PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) detained a 19-year-old citizen of Sumy who enters a radical youth group. 24 226 143 Incidents 
Ukrainian military to get bonuses on Independence Day Ukrainian Defense Minister Stepan Poltorak says the military will receive UAH 1,000-2,000 (US$39.73-$79.46) in bonuses on Ukraine's Independence Day, August 24. 6 764 228 Economics 
Team Zelenskyi reveal new format of Independence Day celebrations Head of the President's Office of Ukraine, Andrii Bohdan, has elaborated on the new format of Independence Day celebrations set to be introduced this year. 19 005 359 Ukrainian Politics 
Zelenskyi: No Independence Day parade to be held this year Instead of holding a parade on Ukraine’s Independence Day, the state will allocate UAH 300 million for bonuses to military servicemen. 47 220 1 134 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine 
Poroshenko urges lawmakers to support bill introducing 'Glory to Ukraine!' greeting in Armed Forces Holding a meeting with the leaders of the parliamentary factions and groups President Petro Poroshenko called the MPs to support the bill on amendments to the Charter of the Armed Forces of Ukraine regarding the introduction of the "Glory to Ukraine!" greeting. 6 319 178 Society 
Important announcement by Censor.NET Censor.NET in English will not be posting news updates from Aug. 22 to Sept. 3 since the editorial board goes on vacation. 266 0 Entertainment 
Poroshenko: Ukraine already has army capable of halting aggressor Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko said that the Ukrainian army is already capable of stopping the aggressor. 15 689 393 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War 
Russian journalist blacklisted by Myrotvorets for anti-Ukrainian piece about Independence Day. PHOTO Anna Kurbatova, Russia's Channel One journalist, who recorded a piece about the celebration of Ukraine's Independence Day in Kyiv, has been added to the blacklist of the Myrotvorets (Peacemaker) Center - a Ukrainian Kyiv-based website that seeks to reveal people who are considered to be enemies of Ukraine or whose actions have signs of crimes against the national security of Ukraine, peace, human security, and the international law. 85 858 158 Ukrainian Politics 
Blast rocked Kyiv's downtown outside Cabinet on Aug. 24. VIDEO+PHOTOS An unknown device exploded near the building of the Cabinet of Ministers in downtown Kyiv on Independence Day. 156 017 244 Previously in trend: Terrorist attack outside Cabinet 
March of Unbowed took place in Ukraine's capital on Independence Day. VIDEO+PHOTOS Оn Aug. 24, after the solemn military parade on Khreshchatyk ended, the March of the Unbowed took place in downtown Kyiv, as the families of the Heavenly Hundred Heroes, relatives of the dead and missing Ukrainian soldiers marched along the capital's main street. 41 897 102 Ukrainian Politics 
Queen Elizabeth II congratulated Ukrainians on Independence Day Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain has congratulated Ukraine on the 26th anniversary of independence. 26 257 112 Ukrainian Politics 
Ukraine marked 26 years of independence. PHOTOS On Aug. 24, Ukraine celebrated Independence Day with a military parade and a number of festive events. 72 308 160 Ukrainian Politics 
Independence Day military parade rehearsal took place in Kyiv. PHOTOS+VIDEO In the evening of Aug.16 Ukrainian military held a rehearsal of the military parade that will take place on Ukraine Independence Day on Aug. 24. 49 073 128 Society 
Another hacker attack in Ukraine expected on Independence Day, Aug. 24, - Head of Cyberpolice Demediuk Ukraine expects another cyberattack upon its computer systems on Aug. 24, Independence Day. 20 689 47 Previously in trend: Cyberattack upon Ukraine 
Ukraine marines and Navy cadets train to march for Independence Day parade, - Navy. PHOTOS Marines and cadets of Ukrainian Navy Forces train to march for the Independence Day parade. 21 818 105 Ukrainian Politics 
"Militants went mad and opened fire for effect, but it was too late": Ukrainian army launched fireworks near Russian terrorist trenches on Independence Day. VIDEO Ukrainian military conducted festive special operation near Avdiivka industrial area and at Krasnohorivka outskirts on the Independence Day of Ukraine Aug. 24. 75 574 132 Ukrainian Politics 
Emotionally charged pictures of Independence Day celebration in Kyiv. PHOTOS The pictures taken during military parade and March of Unbowed held in Kyiv on the Independence Day of Ukraine Aug. 24 continue being posted on the Internet. 102 007 64 Previously in trend: Independence Day parade 2016 
Putin wants whole Ukraine to be part of Russian Empire, Poroshenko says President Vladimir Putin of Russia wants to invade the whole Ukraine. 126 911 578 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine 
