Three years ago, the mural "Long Live the Ukrainian Resistance," by artist Nikita Kravtsov, appeared in front of the Centre Pompidou. It was one of the first Stand With Ukraine projects, which continues to embody both art and the relentless struggle of Ukrainians for their freedom, while symbolizing the unwavering solidarity of Parisians with Ukraine.It is a symbol of hope and solidarity wi...
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On Wednesday, March 12, the French National Assembly called on the European Union and its member states, through a resolution in support of Ukraine, to urgently seize and allocate all frozen and immobilized Russian assets to fund military support for Ukraine, its reconstruction, and the security of the continent. Until now, only the interest generated by Russia’s frozen central bank assets has...
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As part of International Women’s Rights Day, the town of Sailly-lez-Lannoy, a French twin city of Semenivka in Ukraine, organized a weekend around the theme “Women in Times of War.” On this occasion, the town held a workshop for CM1 and CM2 students to raise awareness about gender equality and the fight against stereotypes and discrimination. A participatory workshop on “Gender and Armed Conf...
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Stand With Ukraine Joins Razom We Stand to Expose the Hypocrisy of European Sanctions on Russian Gas The European Union continues to purchase Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) in record amounts in 2024, directly funding the Kremlin’s war machine. Instead of reducing its dependence, Europe has increased its imports, sending billions of euros to Russia—even as its fossil fuel exports directly ...
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On February 28, Le Havre hosted an exceptional day dedicated to Franco-Ukrainian friendship, marking a new milestone in the partnership between Le Havre and Mariupol, a project that Stand With Ukraine has supported since its inception in 2023.This bond between Le Havre and Mariupol was not created overnight. In 2023, the first Mariupol delegation was welcomed in Le Havre as part of the ...
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On February 28, at the Théâtre de la Ville du Havre, the Friendship Day between Le Havre and Mariupol concluded with a profoundly moving event: the concert of the "Renaissance" Chamber Orchestra of Mariupol. This was more than just a musical performance. It was a powerful affirmation of Ukrainian culture and a symbol of renewal. Mariupol—a martyred city, but also a city of the future—continues...
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Stand With Ukraine was present in Le Havre for the Friendship Day between Le Havre and Mariupol, an event dedicated to solidarity and concrete initiatives for post-war reconstruction. This gathering was marked by the signing of a friendship protocol between the mayors of both cities, further strengthening their mutual commitment to cooperation and support for Ukraine. On this occasion, Stand W...
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Historic Moment for the Cities of Le Havre and Mariupol. Today, Édouard Philippe, Mayor of Le Havre, and Vadym Boichenko, Mayor of Mariupol, signed a friendship pact, in the presence of Pierre Heilbronn, Special Envoy of President Macron for Aid to Ukraine, and Vadym Omelchenko, Ambassador of Ukraine to France.For three years, the Ukrainian flag has flown above Le Havre’s City Hall—a power...
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The Friendship Day between Le Havre and Mariupol marked the inauguration of the exhibition "Resilience and Memory," conceived by the Association Reg’Art collective and featuring works by twenty-one Ukrainian and French artists.Two port cities, two tragedies, one shared resilience.Le Havre, devastated in 1944. Mariupol, a martyr city since 2022. Both have endured destruction, yet both have f...
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Three Years After Russia’s Full-Scale Invasion, French Libraries Mobilize to Support Ukrainian Culture Through literature, they create spaces for discovery, exchange, and remembrance. Exploring Ukrainian literature is more than just reading—it is an act of solidarity. Each book read is a voice that stands against oblivion and for freedom, affirming our commitment to the Ukrainian people. A h...
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