Today, Ukraine marks its Independence Day.

This year, for many of us, this day is especially difficult. We know how hard things are and how much it hurts right now.

But independence is also about the people who make it possible for us to live, work, love, and dream.

We bow our heads in gratitude to every man and woman who is defending Ukraine’s independence. Thank you for your strength, courage, and for giving us the opportunity to mark this day.

Let us take care of one another.