In Kyiv Museum of the Great patriotic war President Victor Yushchenko congratulated veterans and whole Ukrainian nation with 63rd anniversary of winning Victory in the Great Patriotic war.
In honor of the lost the Flames of Glory were light, cannon salute fired and nationwide moment of silence observed.
“This day is a festive day for all of us. Today we celebrate a great victory of the Ukrainian nation, which together with other nations, in internecine battle has saved the world from fascist gloom… On behalf of all Ukrainians I say a word of gratitude to representatives of all nations, who has been bringing near our common triumph at all frontiers of the war”, - said Victor Yushchenko in his speech before those present.
