Leaders Honor Ukraine’s Fallen Heroes

In a solemn ceremony on February 3, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte paid tribute to Ukraine’s fallen warriors at Maidan Nezalezhnosti, Kyiv’s central square. The event marked a poignant moment of remembrance and respect for those who lost their lives defending the nation.

During his visit to Ukraine, Rutte joined President Zelenskyy to lay memorial candles at the People’s Memorial of National Remembrance. This gesture highlighted the ongoing partnership and solidarity between Ukraine and NATO amidst ongoing regional tensions.

The ceremony at Maidan Nezalezhnosti, a site historically significant for its role in Ukraine’s fight for independence, underscored the continued support from international allies for Ukraine’s sovereignty and the sacrifices made by its people in the face of adversity.