In an old Keefe church, they pray.
President Zilinski, his wife, and their
allies, heads bowed, singing hymns older
than war, marking Ukraine's Independence
Day. But now, 34 years on, when freedom
is once again at stake, it'll take more
than prayers to protect its people.
Overnight, Ukraine struck Russia's most
critical power hub. A warning shot with
a defiant message from the Ukrainian
president.
>> Ukraine has not yet won, but it is
certainly not lost. Ukraine has fought
for its independence. Ukraine is not a
victim. It is a fighter. Hard talk
bolstered by Western allies. At Downing
Street, a quiet show of support and a
promise to continue hosting Ukrainian
soldiers for advanced military training
until 2026. a commitment to Ukraine
backed in a rare statement by King
Charles, who spoke about his deepest
admiration for the unbreakable courage
and spirit of the Ukrainian people,
adding, "I remain hopeful that our
countries will be able to further work
closely together to achieve a just and
lasting peace in Ukraine." Insight to
how shared by US Vice President JD Vance
to NBC. The
>> sanctions aren't off the table. The
president United States has a lot of
cards left to play to apply pressure to
try to bring this conflict to a close.
>> But whether Russia's playing ball is
another question.
>> Putin is ready to meet with Zilinski
when the agenda would be ready for for a
summit and this agenda is not ready at
all.
>> Back in Kev, commemorations were
underway
marked with a minute silence. Not just
for the dead, but for the world to
listen. A stillness that speaks louder
than bombs. Because in Ukraine, silence
isn't surrender. It's resolve. Suba
Chowry, ITV News.