by Peggy Robin
This Friday and Saturday (Feb. 24-25), the Ukrainian community from across the region will meet in DC to mark one year of full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine. The main commemoration event in the Eastern US will be held at the Lincoln Memorial on Sat. (Feb. 25), at 2 PM.
On Friday evening, February 24, starting at 7PM there will be a CANDLELIGHT VIGIL and protest outside the Russian Embassy at 2650 Wisconsin Avenue NW. More information at: https://www.facebook.com/events/486962790186220
On Saturday afternoon, February 25 starting at 2pm, there will be a RALLY IN SUPPORT OF UKRAINE, marking one year of the full-scale invasion by Russia. Location: Lincoln Memorial. More information at https://fb.me/e/2aoUf1nvc
Immediately following this rally at the Lincoln Memorial, local charity organization US Ukrainian Activists will hold a PROTEST MARCH from the National Mall, past the White House, to end at the residence of the Russian ambassador on 16th St. More information at: https://www.facebook.com/events/6809568295725164
What: A protest march in support of Ukraine, commemorating one year of full-scale war
When: Saturday, February 25, immediately following the mass rally at the Lincoln Memorial (~4:30 PM)
Where: From the National Mall, past the White House, and to the Russian Ambassador’s residence on 16th St (within sight of the White House).
Who: This march is organized by US Ukrainian Activists. The event will be attended by members of the Ukrainian community, and many non-Ukrainians who support Ukraine in its fight for survival.
Why: To mark one year since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, to protest Russian aggression, and to express American support for Ukraine.
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