https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/european-leaders-mark-ukraine-s-35th-independence-day-as-russian-invasion-pushes-onContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/european-leaders-mark-ukraine-s-35th-independence-day-as-russian-invasion-pushes-onhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/european-leaders-mark-ukraine-s-35th-independence-day-as-russian-invasion-pushes-on#u49133Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:00:35 +0000President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders celebrated the 35th anniversary of Ukraine's independence in Kyiv amid ongoing Russian bombardment. The event featured the world's first military drone parade, including naval displays. While Zelenskyy maintained that Ukraine seeks peace without surrender, the celebration occurred as Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a decree allowing the state to seize critical infrastructure if private owners fail to protect it from Ukrainian drone strikes or rebuild damaged facilities.Why it mattersThe anniversary takes place during a sustai https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/european-leaders-mark-ukraine-s-35th-independence-day-as-russian-invasion-pushes-onhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/european-leaders-mark-ukraine-s-35th-independence-day-as-russian-invasion-pushes-on#u48208Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:11:07 +0000European leaders and officials, including Burnham, gathered in Kyiv to mark the 35th anniversary of Ukraine's Independence Day. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that while Ukraine seeks peace, it will not give in. The celebrations featured a parade of drones and robots as the Russian invasion continues. EU allies provided support during the event, though reports indicate that envoys from Donald Trump were absent from the gathering.Why it mattersThe anniversary occurs as Russian forces continue their offensive within Ukraine. The presence of international leaders signals continued West