Every year in May we celebrate Victory Day. The Ukrainian people paid a high price for participating in the worst war in world history, 1939-1945. The great feat and great tragedy of our people - its battle, its victory over the Nazis - will not disappear into human memory.
Victory Day ... It was approached as close as they could by people who had a very difficult time in those war years and who have the hardest time today. Our generation is also in lifelong debt to those war veterans who had to go through the crucible of battles and live to win. Fewer and fewer of them remain in the system of life. War-scorched youth, raw trenches and dugouts, hunger and cold, diseases and wounds, their chests covered with medals, and gray hair on their temples are also visible. But they remember those terrible times, although they often do not want to mention it.
Ukraine suffered extraordinary losses as a result of the war. During the hostilities and captivity, 3-4 million soldiers, underground fighters and civilians were killed, 4-5 million residents were evacuated or forcibly deported to Russia and Germany, some of whom did not return.
A tribute to the memory of all the victims of World War II is paid around the world. The UN General Assembly In 2004, it adopted a resolution declaring May 8 and 9 the Days of Remembrance and Reconciliation.
We sincerely congratulate the veterans of the Second World War and all citizens of Ukraine on the Victory Day. We remember those who, without sparing their own lives, defended their homeland. Accept the warmest wishes of good health, comfort and well-being. Peace be upon you and your families!