European leaders mark Ukraine’s 35th Independence Day as Russian invasion pushes on

European leaders visited Ukraine's president in Kyiv to mark Ukraine's 35th Independence Day while Russia continues its invasion. Britain and France announced they would provide stronger military support to Ukraine, including advanced technology and faster air defense deliveries.

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European leaders mark Ukraine’s 35th Independence Day as Russian invasion pushes on

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European leaders mark Ukraine’s 35th Independence Day as Russian invasion pushes on

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European leaders mark Ukraine’s 35th Independence Day as Russian invasion pushes on

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European leaders mark Ukraine’s 35th Independence Day as Russian invasion pushes on

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European leaders mark Ukraine’s 35th Independence Day as Russian invasion pushes on

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European leaders mark Ukraine’s 35th Independence Day as Russian invasion pushes on

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European leaders mark Ukraine’s 35th Independence Day as Russian invasion pushes on

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European leaders mark Ukraine’s 35th Independence Day as Russian invasion pushes on

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The Kyiv IndependentLean Left· Aug 24, 2026

New British PM, other Western leaders arrive in Kyiv as Ukraine marks Independence Day

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Nordic, Baltic leaders arrive in Kyiv on eve of Independence Day

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  1. Aug 24European leaders mark Ukraine’s 35th Independence Day as Russian invasion pushes on
  2. Aug 24Only center coverage:Ukraine celebrates 35th Independence Day as Russia pressed on with its invasion of the country
  3. Aug 24Britain, France pledge stronger support as Ukraine marks Independence Day

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