- May 8, 2025
- 4:41 pm
- Ukraine
The Ambassador of Israel to Ukraine took part in the ceremony commemorating the victims of World War II
On May 8, 2025, an important ceremony was held in Kyiv, dedicated to the memory of those who perished during World War II from 1939 to 1945. The event, organized on the Day of Remembrance and Victory over Nazism, was attended by many high-ranking officials, including President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and First Lady Olena Zelenska, who laid flowers at the grave of the Unknown Soldier.
The Importance of Remembering World War II
The ceremony, held in the Ukrainian capital, gathered a significant number of government officials, among whom was the Ambassador of Israel to Ukraine Michaël Brodsky. On May 8, 2025, in the official account of the Embassy of Israel in Ukraine, he noted the importance of his participation in the event:
“I took part in today’s ceremony in Kyiv commemorating the victims of World War II”.
Ukraine already marks May 8 for the second time as the Day of Remembrance and Victory over Nazism. In 2023, the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine decided to establish this date as a national holiday. This year, it acquired special significance, as it marks the 80th anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany, which was an important step in the destruction of the ideology of hatred and violence.
Presence of High-Ranking Officials
Among those present at the ceremony were key figures such as Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andriy Sybiga, and other prominent representatives of the government.
In his speech, Zelensky emphasized the significance of this date for Ukraine and the world, stating:
“We must remember the victims of World War II to prevent the repetition of tragedies that claimed millions of lives”.
The Importance of Joint Memory for Israel and Ukraine
The memorial ceremony in Kyiv became an important moment for strengthening relations between Israel and Ukraine. Emphasizing this significance, NAnews notes that remembering the victims of the war, as well as the fight against any manifestations of violence and aggression, form the basis for cooperation between the two countries.
NAnews also emphasizes the importance of these relations and their development, especially in the context of the ongoing war in Ukraine and the continuation of the fight against Russian aggression.
Reflections on the Current Situation
This day also served as an occasion to reflect on the importance of remembering the lessons of history. World War II not only left a heavy legacy but also highlighted the need to create an international system of relations that will protect humanity from the repetition of such tragedies.
The situation in Ukraine, which is experiencing a new stage of aggression, reminds us of the importance of unity and memory. On this day, we should think about what the civilized world must change to prevent new destruction caused by ideologies of violence.
The Importance of Memory and Unity
Many participants in the event pointed out that the importance of the day is not only about history but also concerns protecting the future from new threats. On this day, conclusions were made that the world must learn not only to remember but also to protect people’s rights to a peaceful life. Only in this way can we avoid the tragedies of the past.
The ceremony in Kyiv showed how important joint work is, based on mutual respect and shared memory. This ceremony is an important step in strengthening relations between Israel and Ukraine, and also symbolizes the resilience of the nations that will continue to fight for peace.
This year, on the Day of Remembrance and Victory over Nazism, Ukraine and Israel demonstrated their commitment to remembering the victims of war and the fight against any manifestations of violence. These events continue to strengthen the bonds between our nations and remind us of the importance of mutual support and cooperation in the modern world.
