#StandwithUkraine #StopWar
Jesus Christ statue in Ukraine transferred to a bunker for protection against Russia shelling
On March 6, the Jesus Christ statue at the Armenian Cathedral of Lviv, Ukraine, was taken out to be stored in a bunker for protection.
This statue from 15th century is one of the oldest in the city and of high historical value. The last time it was taken out was during WWII.
Source: zartonkmedia; #Mar6
https://www.instagram.com/p/Cat5c1fKbi1/?utm_medium=copy_link
Jesus Christ statue in Ukraine transferred to a bunker for protection against Russia shelling
On March 6, the Jesus Christ statue at the Armenian Cathedral of Lviv, Ukraine, was taken out to be stored in a bunker for protection.
This statue from 15th century is one of the oldest in the city and of high historical value. The last time it was taken out was during WWII.
Source: zartonkmedia; #Mar6
https://www.instagram.com/p/Cat5c1fKbi1/?utm_medium=copy_link
#StandwithUkraine #StopWar
'This is a miracle': Ukraine team reveals harrowing Paralympics act
Ukraine's #Paralympic committee president Valeriy #Sushkevych expressed how important it was for the athletes to be competing in this year's Games.
"Our presence at the Paralympics is not merely a presence, this is a sign that Ukraine is and will remain a country," Sushkevych told reporters.
Sushkevych went on to say how difficult it was for some of the athletes to escape the war-torn country due to Russian President Vladimir Putin's invasion.
"More than four days and four nights we (took to) come here," he added. "It's a miracle that we're here..."
Sushkevych mentioned that some of the athletes were directly in Russia's firing line as they tried to leave Ukraine.
"Many of our team members had difficulties escaping the bombs," he added.
Source: Sports Road; #Mar4
https://www.sportsroad.hk/archives/368135
'This is a miracle': Ukraine team reveals harrowing Paralympics act
Ukraine's #Paralympic committee president Valeriy #Sushkevych expressed how important it was for the athletes to be competing in this year's Games.
"Our presence at the Paralympics is not merely a presence, this is a sign that Ukraine is and will remain a country," Sushkevych told reporters.
Sushkevych went on to say how difficult it was for some of the athletes to escape the war-torn country due to Russian President Vladimir Putin's invasion.
"More than four days and four nights we (took to) come here," he added. "It's a miracle that we're here..."
Sushkevych mentioned that some of the athletes were directly in Russia's firing line as they tried to leave Ukraine.
"Many of our team members had difficulties escaping the bombs," he added.
Source: Sports Road; #Mar4
https://www.sportsroad.hk/archives/368135
#StandwithUkraine #StopWar
Former Ukrainian Tennis Player Joins Army: "Putin, we will be dancing on your grave"
Less than two months ago, Ukrainian Tennis player Sergiy Stakhovsky's worry was working hard to qualify for the Australian Open and booking practice courts. Now, those days seem to have been a world away.
The 36-year-old, who shocked the tennis world in 2013 by defeating Roger Federer, has signed up to join Ukraine's military reserves to defend against Russia, despite not having any military experience.
Stakhovsky frequently posted updates on social media, raising awareness of the war to the world.
On March 1, he wrote that the whole nation is extremely motivated to fight off the invasion. He also wrote on his Instagram, "Putin, we will be dancing on your grave."
Source: Sports Road; #Mar1
https://www.sportsroad.hk/archives/367925
Former Ukrainian Tennis Player Joins Army: "Putin, we will be dancing on your grave"
Less than two months ago, Ukrainian Tennis player Sergiy Stakhovsky's worry was working hard to qualify for the Australian Open and booking practice courts. Now, those days seem to have been a world away.
The 36-year-old, who shocked the tennis world in 2013 by defeating Roger Federer, has signed up to join Ukraine's military reserves to defend against Russia, despite not having any military experience.
Stakhovsky frequently posted updates on social media, raising awareness of the war to the world.
On March 1, he wrote that the whole nation is extremely motivated to fight off the invasion. He also wrote on his Instagram, "Putin, we will be dancing on your grave."
Source: Sports Road; #Mar1
https://www.sportsroad.hk/archives/367925
#StandwithUkraine #StopWar #WarCrime
Kyiv region police say American journalist Brent Renaud killed by Russian forces in Irpin
//Award-winning American journalist #BrentRenaud was killed by Russian forces in #Irpin, #Ukraine, according to Kyiv region police in social media posts on Sunday.
Kyiv police said another American journalist was wounded by Russian troops.//
//The northern Ukrainian city of Irpin, just outside Kyiv, has been the site of substantial Russian shelling in recent days and has seen extensive destruction.//
Read full article:
https://edition.cnn.com/europe/live-news/ukraine-russia-putin-news-03-13-22/h_0de4eb56201a461c14110f737041ad5d
Kyiv region police say American journalist Brent Renaud killed by Russian forces in Irpin
//Award-winning American journalist #BrentRenaud was killed by Russian forces in #Irpin, #Ukraine, according to Kyiv region police in social media posts on Sunday.
Kyiv police said another American journalist was wounded by Russian troops.//
//The northern Ukrainian city of Irpin, just outside Kyiv, has been the site of substantial Russian shelling in recent days and has seen extensive destruction.//
Read full article:
https://edition.cnn.com/europe/live-news/ukraine-russia-putin-news-03-13-22/h_0de4eb56201a461c14110f737041ad5d
Interview: Ukrainian Student in Hong Kong Calls for Support, and Speaks of Difficult Times for her Family and Homeland
Source: first-hand, #Mar05
#StopTheWar #StandWithUkraine #WeAreAllUkrainians
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Source: first-hand, #Mar05
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Interview: Ukrainian Student in Hong Kong Calls for Support, and Speaks of Difficult Times for her Family and Homeland
“I am 18. I just came to Hong Kong for studying. I hope Ukraine is free.” A Ukrainian student in Hong Kong said.
She was standing on the streets near Central, holding signs calling for solidarity with Ukraine, and for NATO to establish a no-fly zone to protect her homeland.
“I am 18. I came from Ukraine to Hong Kong last September. I am a Ukrainian."
"I feel sad for my family. I haven’t seen them for over half a year. Not sure what will happen in every coming minutes, because you never know if anything will happen in the city there."
"The thing happened like this - when I answered a call from my friend about the war, I was terrified and shocked. I couldn’t believe that has happened. When the war happened, everyone in Ukraine was sleeping, so I called them and woke them up. Then they started to wake up their families and friends."
"Luckily, my family is safe, so far. They are far from the war zone, but the situation is quite unpredictable at the moment."
"I noticed that keeping myself busy is a way to make myself feel better, because if not then you will just be reading the news, Russian propaganda."
"I am still in touch with my family. Connection in Ukraine is relatively stable right now. The cities that were so harmed by the war no longer has electricity, so it’s tough for people who didn’t have heating. I heard that the government is trying to restore all of them, but it’s quite not possible from all the constant attacks."
"I would like to say 'thank you' for Ukraine and Ukrainians in this tough and challenging time. We really appreciate the support of the world. We really want to work together and stop the war to save thousands of children, even the soldiers. Nobody has to die for the war. I just want to say thank you, and stay strong.”
Source: first-hand, #Mar05
#StopTheWar #StandWithUkraine #WeAreAllUkrainians
“I am 18. I just came to Hong Kong for studying. I hope Ukraine is free.” A Ukrainian student in Hong Kong said.
She was standing on the streets near Central, holding signs calling for solidarity with Ukraine, and for NATO to establish a no-fly zone to protect her homeland.
“I am 18. I came from Ukraine to Hong Kong last September. I am a Ukrainian."
"I feel sad for my family. I haven’t seen them for over half a year. Not sure what will happen in every coming minutes, because you never know if anything will happen in the city there."
"The thing happened like this - when I answered a call from my friend about the war, I was terrified and shocked. I couldn’t believe that has happened. When the war happened, everyone in Ukraine was sleeping, so I called them and woke them up. Then they started to wake up their families and friends."
"Luckily, my family is safe, so far. They are far from the war zone, but the situation is quite unpredictable at the moment."
"I noticed that keeping myself busy is a way to make myself feel better, because if not then you will just be reading the news, Russian propaganda."
"I am still in touch with my family. Connection in Ukraine is relatively stable right now. The cities that were so harmed by the war no longer has electricity, so it’s tough for people who didn’t have heating. I heard that the government is trying to restore all of them, but it’s quite not possible from all the constant attacks."
"I would like to say 'thank you' for Ukraine and Ukrainians in this tough and challenging time. We really appreciate the support of the world. We really want to work together and stop the war to save thousands of children, even the soldiers. Nobody has to die for the war. I just want to say thank you, and stay strong.”
Source: first-hand, #Mar05
#StopTheWar #StandWithUkraine #WeAreAllUkrainians
#StandwithUkraine #StopWar
"They Are Lying to You": A Russian Journalist Stormed a Live Broadcast to Protest Against Russian Invasion in Ukraine
During the newscast, Russian TV editor, Marina Ovsyannikova, came out holding a handwritten sign that read: "No war. Stop the war. Don’t believe propaganda. Here they’re lying to you. Russians against war.” She was also chanting, "Stop the war! No to war!"
Ovsyannikova who has been hailed as 'the bravest woman in Russia' for her protest, live on Channel One, has reportedly been arrested.
Her actions are likely to have dire consequences, however, it is not immediately clear if she will face more serious consequences as a result of her demonstration.
Source: Vice; #Mar14
https://www.vice.com/en/article/88gbnx/russian-protester-maria-ovsiannikova-no-war
#Journalist #Media #Ukraine
"They Are Lying to You": A Russian Journalist Stormed a Live Broadcast to Protest Against Russian Invasion in Ukraine
During the newscast, Russian TV editor, Marina Ovsyannikova, came out holding a handwritten sign that read: "No war. Stop the war. Don’t believe propaganda. Here they’re lying to you. Russians against war.” She was also chanting, "Stop the war! No to war!"
Ovsyannikova who has been hailed as 'the bravest woman in Russia' for her protest, live on Channel One, has reportedly been arrested.
Her actions are likely to have dire consequences, however, it is not immediately clear if she will face more serious consequences as a result of her demonstration.
Source: Vice; #Mar14
https://www.vice.com/en/article/88gbnx/russian-protester-maria-ovsiannikova-no-war
#Journalist #Media #Ukraine
#StandWithUkraine #RussianInvasion #HumanitarianCrisis
"I hope they did not hurt me on purpose," says Ukranian girl who lost an arm
Sasha, a 9-year-old Ukranian girl, lost her left arm when Russia invaded Ukraine.
The doctor said the injury was critical and Sasha was starting to lose her consciousness when hiding underground. Yet Sasha never cried. "She is exceptionally strong," the doctor said.
After the surgery, Sasha told the press, "I don't know why the Russian people shot me, I hope they did not hurt me on purpose."
Source: AM730 #Mar18
#Ukraine #StandWithUkraine #RussianInvasion #HumanitarianCrisis
"I hope they did not hurt me on purpose," says Ukranian girl who lost an arm
Sasha, a 9-year-old Ukranian girl, lost her left arm when Russia invaded Ukraine.
The doctor said the injury was critical and Sasha was starting to lose her consciousness when hiding underground. Yet Sasha never cried. "She is exceptionally strong," the doctor said.
After the surgery, Sasha told the press, "I don't know why the Russian people shot me, I hope they did not hurt me on purpose."
Source: AM730 #Mar18
#Ukraine #StandWithUkraine #RussianInvasion #HumanitarianCrisis
Hong Kong Police Arrest #StandWithUkraine Citizens
A netizen uploaded a 11-second video on Twitter. The video showed a man and a woman, wrapped in Ukrainian flags, being taken away by police on March 24, 2022 in Central.
Hong Kong Police confirmed that they ticketed 5 people for violating the anti-gathering ban.
Video: https://mobile.twitter.com/virginiaylau/status/1506931402247671813
Source: Twitter; Ming Pao #Mar24
https://m.mingpao.com/ins/%e6%b8%af%e8%81%9e/article/20220325/s00001/1648136995410/%e4%b8%ad%e7%92%b0%e8%88%89%e6%94%af%e6%8c%81%e7%83%8f%e5%85%8b%e8%98%ad%e6%a8%99%e8%aa%9e-5%e7%94%b7%e5%a5%b3%e6%b6%89%e9%81%95%e9%99%90%e8%81%9a%e9%81%ad%e7%a5%a8%e6%8e%a7
#PoliceState #Suppression #GatheringBan #HongKongProtest
A netizen uploaded a 11-second video on Twitter. The video showed a man and a woman, wrapped in Ukrainian flags, being taken away by police on March 24, 2022 in Central.
Hong Kong Police confirmed that they ticketed 5 people for violating the anti-gathering ban.
Video: https://mobile.twitter.com/virginiaylau/status/1506931402247671813
Source: Twitter; Ming Pao #Mar24
https://m.mingpao.com/ins/%e6%b8%af%e8%81%9e/article/20220325/s00001/1648136995410/%e4%b8%ad%e7%92%b0%e8%88%89%e6%94%af%e6%8c%81%e7%83%8f%e5%85%8b%e8%98%ad%e6%a8%99%e8%aa%9e-5%e7%94%b7%e5%a5%b3%e6%b6%89%e9%81%95%e9%99%90%e8%81%9a%e9%81%ad%e7%a5%a8%e6%8e%a7
#PoliceState #Suppression #GatheringBan #HongKongProtest
#Ukranian Sisters in #HongKong: "Humanity wins, even under these circumstances"
Oksana and Olena came to Hong Kong from Ukraine 17 years ago. 7 years ago, they opened Dacha, a restaurant in Central District, specialising in Eastern Euroean cuisine. After Russia launched its invasion in Ukraine, the sisters joined the #CookforUkraine campaign, raising funds with their signature Medovik cake.
Oksana and Olena grew up near the Eastern Ukrainian city of Sumy, near the Russian border. The sisters were never confused of their national identity: "We are very clear, we are Ukrainians."
They also believed that most Russians were against the war and were victims of Putin's regime, being isolated by the international community.
"We have to do something together to stop this," Olena said. "This is affecting everyone, not only us, them [Russians] as well."
When they talked about their family and home in Ukraine, 7,600km away form Hong Kong, Oksana and Olena were visibly worried.
As they spoke, their cousin was hiding in a basement with her daughter in Kviv, while her husband was fighting in the frontline. The location of their family was far from the humanitarian corridor. If they tried to escape, it would be gambling with their lives.
Their 92-year-old grandfather, who lived through the Second World War, was now facing a war again.
The sisters were moved when they saw Russians in Hong Kong protesting in front of the Russian consulate. "We’re still human, and I’m so happy to see that humanity wins, even under this circumstance."
The added, "We don’t have to be all the same nationality to sit down together."
Oksana and Olena also expressed hope, despite the difficult circumstances, when they received the support of Hongkongers.
"When there is so much hatred, violence and ignorance in the world, these acts of kindness, courage and love still reminds us that the world is a good place."
Source: InMedia #Mar14
https://bit.ly/3MIKhSJ
#UkraineInHongKong #StandwithUkraine #Dacha #Conscience #Solidarity
Oksana and Olena came to Hong Kong from Ukraine 17 years ago. 7 years ago, they opened Dacha, a restaurant in Central District, specialising in Eastern Euroean cuisine. After Russia launched its invasion in Ukraine, the sisters joined the #CookforUkraine campaign, raising funds with their signature Medovik cake.
Oksana and Olena grew up near the Eastern Ukrainian city of Sumy, near the Russian border. The sisters were never confused of their national identity: "We are very clear, we are Ukrainians."
They also believed that most Russians were against the war and were victims of Putin's regime, being isolated by the international community.
"We have to do something together to stop this," Olena said. "This is affecting everyone, not only us, them [Russians] as well."
When they talked about their family and home in Ukraine, 7,600km away form Hong Kong, Oksana and Olena were visibly worried.
As they spoke, their cousin was hiding in a basement with her daughter in Kviv, while her husband was fighting in the frontline. The location of their family was far from the humanitarian corridor. If they tried to escape, it would be gambling with their lives.
Their 92-year-old grandfather, who lived through the Second World War, was now facing a war again.
The sisters were moved when they saw Russians in Hong Kong protesting in front of the Russian consulate. "We’re still human, and I’m so happy to see that humanity wins, even under this circumstance."
The added, "We don’t have to be all the same nationality to sit down together."
Oksana and Olena also expressed hope, despite the difficult circumstances, when they received the support of Hongkongers.
"When there is so much hatred, violence and ignorance in the world, these acts of kindness, courage and love still reminds us that the world is a good place."
Source: InMedia #Mar14
https://bit.ly/3MIKhSJ
#UkraineInHongKong #StandwithUkraine #Dacha #Conscience #Solidarity