Today, Russia destroyed the Kharkiv Palace of Sports, a landmark venue for generations of athletes. This is yet another example of Russia targeting civilians and deliberately destroying the future of young Ukrainians. 💥 As long as Russia’s bombs continue to rain down on Ukraine, Russian and Belarusian para-athletes have no place at the 2024 Paralympic Games! #BloodGames2024
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👏 Congratulations to Oleksandr Komarov! 👏 The 36-year-old Ukrainian athlete from Mariupol claimed Ukraine's first gold medal at the 2024 Paralympic Games by winning the men’s 100m freestyle S5 final, setting a new Paralympic record! 🎉 He had already secured a bronze medal the day before in para swimming, adding to his impressive record of bronze and gold medals from Rio 2016. This latest victory marks the sixth Paralympic medal for the Ukrainian delegation. In an interview, Oleksandr Komarov spoke about the devastating impact of the war on preparations for the 2024 Paralympic Games and expressed his outrage over the inclusion of “neutral” athletes holding Russian passports. A huge round of applause to him and his entire team for this incredible achievement!
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🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇[22] 🥈🥈🥈🥈🥈🥈🥈🥈🥈🥈🥈🥈🥈🥈🥈🥈🥈🥈🥈🥈🥈🥈🥈🥈🥈🥈🥈🥈[28] 🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉🥉[32] 🇺🇦 140 Ukrainian athletes competed in 17 disciplines at the Paris 2024 Summer Paralympic Games, held from August 28 to September 8. Here is a breakdown of the medal achievements ⤵️In total, 65 Ukrainian athletes won medals! #1 Anton Kol 🥈&🥉 Anton Kol won a silver medal 🥈 in para swimming in the 100m backstroke S1 event and a bronze 🥉 in the 50m backstroke S1.#2 Iryna Poida 🥈&🥈&🥉 Iryna Poida earned two silver medals 🥈 in para swimming in the 200m freestyle and 100m freestyle S5 women’s events and a bronze 🥉 in the 4x50m mixed relay.#3 Oleksandr Komarov 🥉&🥇&...
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🇺🇦✨ A powerful moment on the Champs-Élysées! The Ukrainian Paralympic athletes’ delegation marched last night from the Arc de Triomphe to Place de la Concorde, greeted by cheers from the crowd.🙌 One of the top delegations in the Paralympic Games for the past 20 years, they have been deeply impacted by Russia’s war of aggression. Their procession past the stands was met with a standing ovation from the Presidency in their honor.💙💛 This unforgettable parade reminded the world of the power of sports as a unifying and hopeful force. #SlavaUkraini #Will2WinRelive the opening ceremony hereCover photo: Ministry of Youth and Sports of
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💥 🏨 Kryvyi Rih, an industrial city in the Dnipropetrovsk region, has once again been targeted by a #Russian attack. This barbaric aggression caused significant destruction, damaging city infrastructure, 12 vehicles, and shattering windows in a hotel. A fire also broke out as a result of the attack.🛑 Eight people were injured by Russian terrorists. These attacks are not isolated incidents; they are part of a war that has persisted for ten years, with two and a half years of relentless suffering for Ukrainian citizens.✊ It is crucial that the war crimes committed by Russian forces be prosecuted to the fullest extent. The international community must respond with strength and determination to end this violence and ensure that those responsible for these atrocities are h...
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🎉 The 2024 Paralympic Games begin today!🇺🇦 Ukraine will proudly compete in 17 disciplines, including para badminton, goalball, para archery, and sitting volleyball. A total of 140 athletes will represent their nation, united by their passion for sports and their unwavering will to win. #Will2Win💙💛 Yet, this celebration is marked by sorrow. Since the Russian invasion, nearly 500 Ukrainian athletes and coaches have lost their lives, and between 30,000 and 50,000 Ukrainian soldiers have undergone amputations. Despite these immense challenges, Ukraine’s athletes have trained under extreme conditions, demonstrating extraordinary resilience and determination.🥇 After securing 12 medals at the Olympic Games, we are hopeful for many victories for Ukraine at the Paralympic Games. ...
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💥 One of the Most Violent Russian Attacks Hits Ukraine This Morning More than 15 regions have been targeted by over 100 missiles and as many drones, resulting in deaths, injuries, and significant material damage. Several civilian and electrical infrastructures have been struck.🇺🇦🛡️ Vladimir Putin continues to exploit the restrictions imposed on Ukraine in defending its territory by the rest of the world. Action is needed!🚫 Ukraine must not be restricted in its use of weapons against a Russia that attacks without limits, including with ballistic missiles supplied by North Korea.📢 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky calls on France, the United States, the United Kingdom, and all of Ukraine’s allies to intensify their support to end this aggression: "We could save more ...
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On this day, we commemorate the 1991 Declaration of Independence, when Ukraine chose freedom from the USSR.Today, for the 11th consecutive year, this national holiday is marked by war. Yet, the courage and determination of the Ukrainian people remain unwavering.Each day brings us closer to the moment when Ukraine will fully regain its sovereignty and freedom. A day will come when this holiday will be celebrated as it should be— in peace and joy!Kudos and heartfelt thanks to everyone fighting for a just and lasting peace.A glimpse into August 24, 1991.French and Ukrainians Unite Today in France to Show Unwavering Solidarity with Ukraine on its National Day, Marking 33 Years of Independence!The French st...
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