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17 May 2024

Ukrainian MFA, embassies of 24 countries reaffirm their commitment to upholding equality

Ukrainian MFA, embassies of 24 countries reaffirm their commitment to upholding equality

Today, on the International Day against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT+), the Council on Human Rights, Gender Equality and Diversity at the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Ukraine (MFA) and diplomats of other countries  reaffirmed their unwavering commitment to upholding equality and respect for the human rights and dignity of all members of society, including LGBTQI+ persons and their allies.

16 May 2024

Vyshyvanka Day celebrated in Ankara

Vyshyvanka Day celebrated in Ankara

The Ukrainian community in Ankara celebrated Vyshyvanka Day today, with diaspora residents dressed in embroidered shirts gathering in the Ukrainian Park, where trees from Ukraine were planted last year.

Ukraine celebrates Vyshyvanka Day

Ukraine celebrates Vyshyvanka Day

Today, on the third Thursday of May, Ukrainians traditionally celebrate Vyshyvanka Day, the day of the national embroidered shirt.

15 May 2024

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13 May 2024

12 May 2024

Pope repeats call for full POW swap between Russia, Ukraine

Pope repeats call for full POW swap between Russia, Ukraine

During the Sunday prayer, Pope Francis repeated the appeal he made on Easter, that of the general exchange of prisoners between Russia and Ukraine, also called to pray for peace, and thanked journalists on the occasion of the World Day of Public Communications.

Switzerland wins Eurovision 2024, Ukraine in TOP 3

Switzerland wins Eurovision 2024, Ukraine in TOP 3

Switzerland’s Nemo with the entry The Code won the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 in the Swedish city of Malmö, having sealed a total of 591 points. This is the first non-binary person to ever win the contest.

11 May 2024

10 May 2024

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