Ursula von der Leyen celebrates Europe Day in Kiev
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is in Kiev today, 9 May, for Europe Day. The visit is symbolic as it takes place on Europe Day, which celebrates the European Union.
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"It is good to be back in Kiev. Where the values we hold dear are defended every day. So it is such a fitting place to celebrate Europe Day. I welcome President Zelenski's decision to celebrate Europe Day here in Ukraine on 9 May", wrote the EC President on her Twitter page.
Traditionally, victory against Nazi Germany was celebrated on 9 May in Ukraine, as it is in Russia, but President Volodimir Zelenski decided to mark the victory on 8 May, the day Germany surrendered, and 9 May, Europe Day.