In the poignant aftermath of the Revolution of Dignity, Ukraine marks a decade of resilience against Russian influence and a relentless pursuit of its EU dream. Memorial plaques in central Kyiv, honoring those who fell in the 2014 protests, now stand amid fields adorned with Ukrainian flags, symbolizing the sacrifice made in the defense of sovereignty. President Zelensky acknowledges the victory of the Revolution of Dignity, emphasizing courage and the triumph over indifference. Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya praises Ukraine as a beacon of hope amid her own nation’s authoritarian rule. The journey began when Ukrainians rallied against President Yanukovych’s rejection of an EU Association Agreement, opting for a deal with Russia. The subsequent protests, marked by violence and sacrifice, led to the restoration of Ukraine’s 2004 Constitution and Yanukovych’s flight to Russia. However, Russia’s grip persisted, with the annexation of Crimea and the War in Donbas. As Ukraine approaches EU negotiations in 2024, the dream of freedom and dignity inches closer, but the landscape is scarred by the ongoing cost of this pursuit, reflected in the growing field of Ukrainian flags.

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