23 August, 2024
Today, as every August 23, Ukraine celebrates National Flag Day!🇺🇦 Since the start of the Russian invasion, the Ukrainian flag has become a powerful symbol of resistance against the aggressor.💙💛 These iconic colors reflect the essence of Ukraine’s nature: an azure sky over golden fields of wheat and corn.Rooted deeply in Ukrainian identity, the blue and yellow date back to the 15th century, representing water and fire. First adopted in 1918 by the Ukrainian People's Republic and reinstated in 1991, this flag embodies the nation's spirit of independence and
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21 August, 2024
The Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's Parliament, Votes to Join the International Criminal CourtOn Wednesday, August 21, the Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine’s parliament, voted in favor of joining the International Criminal Court (ICC), marking a significant step for Kyiv in its pursuit of justice for war crimes committed by Russia on Ukrainian soil.This historic decision, approved by 281 deputies, enables Ukraine to ratify the Rome Statute, the founding treaty of the ICC.The move is also seen as a strong signal of Ukraine's alignment with the European Union and its democratic values.📖 Read the full article on Franceinfo📸 Cover photo: Polish Senator Malgorzata Kidawa-Blonska addresses Ukraine's Parliament in Kyiv, May 24, 2024. (SERGII KHARCHENKO / NURPHOTO /
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21 August, 2024
🇺🇦 Ukraine has passed a law prohibiting religious activities tied to #Russia, specifically targeting the Orthodox Church affiliated with #Moscow.This decision, approved by a majority in the Ukrainian Parliament, aims to dismantle the #Kremlin's influence and sever ties with the aggressor.The Moscow-affiliated clergy has been accused of collaborating with Russian services and promoting pro-Russian narratives that absolve Russia of responsibility for its decade-long aggression against Ukraine.Clergy members affected by this law will have nine months to break their ties with Russia. President Volodymyr Zelensky is expected to sign the law into effect shortly, a step considered a formality.📖 Read the full article on Le Monde📸 Photo: Metropolitan Onuphry (cent...
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