​Real Protection Is Needed Against This Russian Case History of Madness, and We Will Continue Now Working With All Partners to Ensure That Protection Is in Place – Address by the President

“Thank you to each and every warrior! I am proud of you! And I thank all of our Land Forces – today is exclusively your day,” said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in a traditional address to the Ukrainian nation, recorded in Kupiansk, Kharkiv Region, on Dec. 12.I wish you good health!
Today, I am in the Kupyansk sector, with our warriors who are getting the job done for Ukraine here. The Russians kept going on about Kupyansk – the reality speaks for itself. I visited our troops and congratulated them. I thank each of the units, everyone who is fighting here, everyone who is destroying the occupier. Today, achieving results on the frontline is crucial so that Ukraine can achieve results in diplomacy. This is exactly how it works: all our strong positions within the country translate into strong positions in the negotiations to end the war.

On the 34th Anniversary of the Restoration of Ukraine’s Independence, Volodymyr Zelenskyy and First Lady Olena Zelenska Took Part in Ceremonial Events on Sophia Square

Key Anniversaries & Commemorations in 2025:

• February 24, 2025: Third Anniversary of Russia's Full-Scale Invasion – Marked with solidarity events across Ukraine and internationally, showing continued support for Ukraine's sovereignty.
• March 2025: Third Anniversary of the Bucha Massacre – Commemorated with summits in Ukraine, like the Bucha Summit, to remember the atrocity and reinforce unity against Russian aggression.