Social Movements & Civil Rights

Memorial Service for Victims of Soviet Repression

A solemn funeral service occurred at the Bykivnia graves, honoring Ukrainians executed by the Soviet secret police. This gathering drew officials, relatives, and various organizations dedicated to preserving memory. Attendees paid respects in a site known for its mass graves of victims of political repression, marked by candles, flowers, and prayers. The event emphasized remembrance and justice for countless victims lost during a dark chapter of Ukrainian history.

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