Kiev, August 24, 2024, celebrates Ukraine’s Independence Day. The Russian Embassy in Ankara released a statement criticizing Kiev’s celebration efforts. The embassy suggested that Kiev would use the occasion to boast about its “victories” and efforts toward “Banderization” and “Ukrainization,” backed by Western support.
In the statement, the embassy emphasized that Kiev aims to showcase its success to the world through such rhetoric. It also noted that these themes will be highlighted during Ukraine’s Independence Day celebrations.
Source: Russian Embassy in Ankara