21 October, 2023
Stand With Ukraine facilitated an extraordinary meeting between the cities of Le Havre and Mariupol on October 20 and 21, 2023. A delegation from the Mariupol City Hall, led by Mayor Vadym Boychenko, visited Le Havre at the invitation of Mayor Édouard Philippe.The purpose of this visit was to establish a partnership between the two cities, with a particular focus on sharing experiences related to the reconstruction of Mariupol, drawing inspiration from Le Havre's rich history of rebuilding after World War II.Foundations of Reconstruction
Le Havre, shaped by the visionary post-war design of Auguste Perret, stands today as a vibrant testimony to successful reconstruction. Seeking guidance and inspiration, Mariupol looks to Le Havre as a model and partner. Mayor Vadym Boychenko’s vis...
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1 October, 2023
As part of the Babylon Villeneuve project, we are delighted to invite you to a screening of a series of documentaries titled "Defending Identity, Culture, and Freedom" at the Studio 28 Cinema in the 18th arrondissement of Paris!🎞 🇺🇦 This documentary anthology, produced by the renowned Ukrainian collective Babylon'13, offers a fresh perspective on Ukrainian society during the war.🎶 🖼 🎨 For centuries, Russia has used its art as a soft power tool to spread propaganda and enhance the image of a country that acts as a true aggressor. For decades, Russia and the Soviet Union systematically suppressed Ukrainian culture, language, and intelligentsia for colonial purposes, brutally persecuting Ukrainian poets, artists, and musicians. Their goal has always been to strip Ukrainians of t...
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21 September, 2023
The Philharmonie de Paris is scheduled to host a concert on October 11 featuring Anna Netrebko, a Russian soprano known for her support of Russia's aggression against Ukraine. As a publicly funded institution, led by Olivier Mantei and under the supervision of Minister of Culture Rima Abdul Malak, the Philharmonie should not endorse an artist with controversial ties to Putin's regime. Stand With Ukraine calls on French authorities to cancel this event and take responsibility.Despite her denials, Anna Netrebko has clearly demonstrated her support for Vladimir Putin and his regime. In 2014, she was photographed holding the "Novorossiya" flag at an event supporting Russia's invasion of Ukraine. In 2022, she openly endorsed Russia's aggression in Ukraine, displaying slogans such as "To Ber...
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