Ukrainians will defend homeland against Russian aggression

Last week, the Irish Examiner published an opinion piece from the Russian ambassador marking the fifth anniversary of the annexation of Crimea. Olena Shaloput of the Ukrainian Embassy responds

Ukrainians will defend homeland against Russian aggression

Last week, the Irish Examiner published an opinion piece from the Russian ambassador marking the fifth anniversary of the annexation of Crimea. Olena Shaloput of the Ukrainian Embassy responds

In December 1991, 92,3% of Ukrainians, including those in Crimea and Donbass, overwhelmingly cast their votes for independence from the Soviet Union. As a result, the borders of Ukraine were registered at the United Nations and recognised without reserve by all nations of the world, including Russia.

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