Symbol of freedom: Defenders of 40th Brigade celebrated Ukraine’s National Flag Day. VIDEO

Soldiers from the 40th Separate Artillery Brigade named after Grand Duke Vytautas sent their greetings to mark Ukraine’s National Flag Day.

According to Censor.NET, Ukrainian servicemen recorded a video message and raised the blue-and-yellow flag.

Today, 23 August, Ukraine is celebrating National Flag Day. The blue-and-yellow flag is one of the main symbols of Ukrainian statehood, freedom and independence. Under this flag, Ukrainian defenders continue to protect the country and uphold its right to a free future.