Zelensky: For the second time in new history, Christmas unites all Ukrainians
Volodymyr Zelensky. Photo: Office of the President
President Volodymyr Zelensky has extended Christmas greetings to Ukrainians, emphasizing that all Ukrainians are celebrating Christmas according to the Revised Julian calendar on December 25. The video message was published by the Office of the President.
"For the second time, we celebrate Christmas on the same date as one big family, one country. For the second time in modern history, Christmas unites all Ukrainians. Today we are side by side. And we will not get lost. Whether in person or in our minds, we will greet each other, call our parents, kiss our children, hug our loved ones, and remember those close to us. In person, from afar, or in our hearts – Ukrainians are together today. And as long as we do this, evil has no chance," the head of state noted.
According to the president, the true spirit of Christmas lies in the unity and warmth that Ukrainians, despite challenges, preserve in their hearts and share with those around them. "This unique atmosphere is something we will keep within ourselves, no matter what, and share with those around us. With everyone we love. With everyone who is so dear to us," he added.
As reported by the UOJ, during his address to the Verkhovna Rada, Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the government would continue its dialogue with all churches in the country, except for the UOC, which he referred to as the Moscow Church.
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