NYC Ukrainians Remember Invasion Anniversary
On Monday, New York City observed the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. A flag-raising ceremony in lower Manhattan saw Ukrainian Americans, city officials, and foreign dignitaries gather to commemorate the day and express continued support for Ukraine. The event took place amidst heightened tensions between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy, following Trump's controversial remarks about the war.
<img src="https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/bffa574facf75bda909972f8e2903abd110fa53a/0_0_6720_4480/master/6720.jpg?width=445&dpr=1&s=none&crop=none" alt="Wounded members of Ukraine’s armed force help raise a Ukrainian flag in New York City">Emotional Ceremony and Calls for Support
The ceremony included speeches emphasizing the ongoing need for international support for Ukraine. Serhiy Ivanchov, the Ukrainian consul general in New York, highlighted the continuing conflict and the crucial need for security guarantees. Mayor Eric Adams, although absent, sent a statement proclaiming February 24th as Ukrainian Heritage Day and expressing solidarity with the Ukrainian community.
<img src="https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/a8bac0e4f031ed6fe8208309656b31fdbcb15115/0_0_5760_3840/master/5760.jpg?width=445&dpr=1&s=none&crop=none" alt="Serhiy Ivanchov, Dilip Chauhan, and Erick Salgado holding a proclamation">Community Reactions and Political Fallout
Many attendees expressed their pride in Ukraine's resilience and gratitude for American support. However, recent events, including Trump's accusations against Zelenskyy, have caused disillusionment and uncertainty among New York's Ukrainian community. Michael Novakhov, a New York state assemblyman, publicly criticized Trump's stance, emphasizing Russia's responsibility for starting the war.
The event underscored the enduring impact of the war on Ukrainian Americans in NYC, three years on.
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