Ukraine declared its independence from the Soviet Union on August 24, 1991. Russian forces invaded on February 24, 2022.
INDIANAPOLIS — Ukraine declared its victory over the Soviet Union on August 24, 1991. The day is celebrated every year as Independence Day.
This year, Ukrainian Independence Day is not filled with its usual fanfare. Because the day also marks six months since Russian forces invaded Ukraine on February 24.She gathered with other Ukrainians on Monument Circle for a show of strength. Community members say that six months into the conflict, worldwide support is more important than ever.
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