US President Donald Trump congratulated Ukrainians on Independence Day, stressing that America believes in the future of Ukraine as an independent state. Letter of congratulations published by the President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky.
“The people of Ukraine have an indomitable spirit, and the courage of your country inspires many. On this important day, know that the United States respects your struggle, honors your sacrifices, and believes in your future as an independent nation, says Trump’s letter.
In his message, the American leader also mentioned the war, stressing that “it is time to put an end to the senseless killings”:
“The United States supports a negotiated settlement that will lead to a strong, lasting peace that will end the bloodshed and protect the sovereignty and dignity of Ukraine.
Volodymyr Zelenskyi expressed his gratitude to the head of the White House for his greetings:
“We appreciate your kind words for the Ukrainian people and thank the United States for standing side by side with Ukraine, defending the most valuable: independence, freedom and guaranteed peace”.
We remind you that on August 24, 2025, Ukraine celebrated the 34th anniversary of the declaration of its independence. This day was established in honor of the adoption by the Verkhovna Rada of the Ukrainian SSR of the Act of Proclamation of Independence of Ukraine on August 24, 1991 — a political and legal document that determined the new status of the state. The final confirmation of this status took place during the All-Ukrainian referendum on December 1, 1991, when 90.32% of citizens supported independence.
