Independence Day of Ukraine is not just a holiday on the calendar. It is a day when we celebrate the freedom that we preserve at the cost of boundless courage, struggle and strength of spirit. The freedom that we have won and which we will always defend.

     On this day, we remember our heroes - those who gave their lives for our independence, who stood and stand in defense of our land. We remember every moment of the struggle, every sacrifice, every victory. And we, as a nation, can be proud that no one can take this pride from us - we are Ukrainians, we are free!

     Independence is not only a right, it is our responsibility. Responsibility to those who are no longer with us, and to those who will be born tomorrow.

     We are building a country that deserves peace, prosperity, happiness.

     We are strong, we are invincible, we are Ukraine! And each of us, in our place, is a part of a great history. Let this day remind us that freedom is the greatest wealth, and unity is our key to the future.

     Glory to Ukraine! Glory to the heroes!