On the Ukraine War Anniversary, President Volodymyr Zelensky praised the “absolute heroism” of Ukrainians in their fight against Russia’s full-scale invasion. As the country marked three years of war, European leaders arrived in Kyiv to show solidarity.
“Three years of resistance, Three years of gratitude, Three years of absolute heroism of Ukrainians. I am proud of Ukraine!” Zelensky wrote on X, sharing a video featuring frontline battle scenes and civilians aiding war efforts.
“I thank everyone who defends and supports it. Everyone who works for Ukraine. And may the memory of all those who gave their lives for our state and people be eternal,” he added.
European Leaders Arrive in Kyiv
As the war enters its fourth year, uncertainty looms over Ukraine’s future, particularly following U.S. political shifts and warnings that Europe can no longer fully rely on Washington for defense support.
Images from Ukraine’s public broadcaster Suspilne showed European leaders arriving in Kyiv on Monday. Authorities blocked roads in the city center, with police officers deployed to ensure security.
Von der Leyen: ‘Ukraine Is Europe’
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized Ukraine’s significance in a message on X:
“On the 3rd anniversary of Russia’s brutal invasion, Europe is in Kyiv,” she said. “In this fight for survival, it is not only the destiny of Ukraine that is at stake.”
Von der Leyen was joined by European Council President Antonio Costa, while Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was also spotted arriving in Kyiv, as shown in images shared on Suspilne’s Telegram channel.
Russia Launches New Drone Attacks
As Ukraine marked this solemn occasion, Russia launched a massive drone attack overnight, targeting multiple regions across the country.
According to Ukraine’s Air Force, Moscow launched 185 drones, with 113 intercepted and another 71 lost from radar after being jammed. The attack affected Dnipropetrovsk, Odesa, Kyiv, and Khmelnytsky regions, though damage and casualty details remain undisclosed.
Ukraine Faces Largest Drone Assault Since Invasion
The latest strikes followed a record-breaking drone assault on Sunday, when Russia launched 267 drones, the largest attack since the war began. Ukrainian authorities confirmed that 138 drones were intercepted in that assault.
Ukraine’s Military Vows to Keep Fighting
Ukraine’s armed forces commander-in-chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi, honored Ukrainian troops on the invasion anniversary.
“The world did not believe that we would survive, but the Ukrainian people withstood the enemy’s attacks with dignity,” Syrskyi wrote on Telegram.
With European leaders standing by Ukraine and Kyiv’s defenses remaining strong, the fight for Ukraine’s sovereignty continues—three years since the invasion that reshaped global geopolitics.
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