Today, we honor Ukraine’s enduring fight for freedom—a struggle that continues to define the nation’s resilient spirit.
This August 24th marks Ukraine’s 34th Independence Day, and also three and a half years since Russia’s full-scale invasion.
Through air raids, blackouts, and daily loss, Ukrainians remain steadfast, united, and proud of their sovereign, democratic nation. Their courage in the face of overwhelming adversity inspires the world, a reminder that freedom is never free, and it must be protected. To everyone supporting Ukraine, your solidarity matters. Together, we honor the bravery of those defending their country and amplify the enduring spirit of freedom.
As we come together to reflect on this day, may we not only celebrate Ukrainian independence, but also share in their belief that freedom and dignity are worth defending — for Ukraine, and for us all.
Today, we honor Ukraine’s enduring fight for freedom, independence, and just peace.
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On August 24, 1991, Ukraine declared independence, with 92% voting YES in the subsequent referendum. Ukraine has its own constitution, elected government, national symbols, defined borders, and a rich, ancient culture.
Ukraine had the world’s third-largest nuclear arsenal. In 1994, under the Budapest Memorandum, Ukraine gave up its weapons in exchange for security guarantees, trusting the U.S., Russia, and U.K. to ensure its territorial integrity and economic cooperation—promises that were later broken.
Ukraine is a democracy. Since independence, Ukrainians have chosen their leaders through free elections and defended their democratic rights in the Orange Revolution (2004) and the Revolution of Dignity (2014), following the Revolution on Granite in 1990 just before proclaiming independence.
For centuries, Ukrainians have paid the ultimate price for freedom as Russia tried to erase their languages, culture, and nation. Their sacrifice keeps Ukraine alive today. Even after independence, Russia has exerted pressure, invaded in 2014, and launched a full-scale war in 2022.
Ukraine’s fight for freedom defends more than its borders—it is about the people who want to live on their land, in their homes, and shape their own future. This battle also upholds justice, peace, and democracy around the world.
Amplify Ukraine’s fight for independence today. Share the truth now or consider supporting Ukrainians.
Today, as Ukraine marks its Independence Day, United Help Ukraine President and Executive Director Maryna Baydyuk brought Ukraine’s voice to a global audience live on BBC News. She spoke about the urgent need for security guarantees and the pursuit of a just and lasting peace for Ukraine.
This powerful conversation ensures that the world continues to hear Ukraine’s story and stand united in support of freedom and democracy.
Watch the full segment and help us amplify Ukraine’s call for peace and security.
This special event is devoted to Ukrainian Independence Day 2025. United Help Ukraine was honored to participate in the National Prayer Breakfast of Ukraine in Kyiv on 25th August, 2025.
This year’s event gathered 1,200 attendees — service members, families of fallen heroes, volunteers, chaplains, public figures, and representatives of churches and religious organizations.
Among the participants were 350+ foreign guests from 50 countries, including U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Ukraine General Keith Kellogg, Pastor Mark Burns, General Secretary of the Baptist World Alliance Elijah Brown, COO of Samaritan’s Purse Edward Graham, and Executive Director of the Council for National Policy Bob McEwen.
United Help Ukraine’s representative Yevhniia Soroka was honored to meet with our partners, Ukrainian government leaders, the American delegation, defenders, and chaplains of Ukraine.
This gathering was a powerful moment of hope and faith for a just and lasting peace in Ukraine.
Happy Independence Day, Ukraine! We stand with you.
Ukraine celebrates its Independence Day on August 24th. On this day, back in 1991, the Act of Declaration of Independence was proclaimed. Ukrainians confirmed their desire for independence in a nationwide referendum in December of that year. A parliamentary decision in 1992 formally moved the holiday to its current date.
On the 24th of February, 2022, Russia started a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. However, the war began in 2014 when Russia occupied and annexed Crimea and the eastern Donbas region.
In Ukraine, the official language is Ukrainian, which is spoken at home by 88% of the population, while Russian is spoken by 34% in their personal life. Back to 2014 and then 2022, a lot of Ukrainians speak the Ukrainian language, but 19% of people still speak both languages regularly.
Yes, Ukrainians would like the war to end as soon as possible. They would like to live on their land and develop their economy, education, and culture, as well as build further connections with economic partners around the globe. But as we mentioned after the Alaska summit, Ukrainians don’t support deals that reward aggression and occupation of their land. The recent research at University College London, UK, also demonstrated that Ukrainians support the country’s territorial integrity.
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