Funchal in Solidarity, as Government Calls Out Russian Aggression
Madeira’s Ukrainian community marked the 34th independence day with a public march in Funchal. A government representative reaffirmed support and called out Russian aggression.
Madeira’s Ukrainian community marked the 34th independence day with a public march in Funchal. A government representative reaffirmed support and called out Russian aggression.
As the war in Ukraine enters its third year, around 150 people gathered in Funchal to show solidarity. The Madeira Parliament President delivered a powerful speech urging Ukrainians to not give up and to resist in the name of democracy.
As the U.S. sends mixed signals, Ukrainians call for a renewed 𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟰𝘁𝗵 in Funchal - marking three years of full-scale war. Let’s unite for victory and stand with Europe’s bravest nation!
Two Ukrainian war veterans in their 40s, who suffered severe injuries during the Russian invasion, are set to participate in the 8km run of the 2025 Funchal Marathon.
The Portuguese government has strongly condemned the recent missile strike on the chancellery of its embassy in Kyiv, marking a significant escalation in Russia's aggression towards Ukraine and NATO states.
It's the war so brutal that no one wants to hear about it anymore. But if you turn your back, your freedom - and the life you cherish in Madeira and elsewhere - could be next!
Ukrainian Independence Day in Funchal serves as a powerful reminder that a courageous nation is fighting for the security and freedom of Europe's future.
Madeira protest condemns Russian atrocities in Ukraine, calls for international action and support for victims.
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Portuguese communist Members of the European Parliament have consistently opposed resolutions condemning the Russian regime of terror. It underscores the political divisions in Europe, bringing both the far-left and far-right into the spotlight.
Portugal acknowledges the pressing need to swiftly intensify both military and financial assistance for Ukraine.