Zelenskyy congratulates US on 250th Independence Day anniversary

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has congratulated the United States on the 250th anniversary of its independence, which falls on 4 July.

Source: European Pravda, citing Zelenskyy on X (Twitter)

Details: Zelenskyy said that throughout its long history, the US has set an example for other nations and has helped humanity as a whole "stand firm and become freer", particularly during the events of the 20th century.

Quote: "Now, in the 21st century, America's influence and importance are certainly no less. And we see that particularly clearly in Ukraine, which is fighting for its independence, freedom, and our people's right to happiness with much the same hope, the same purpose, and the same determination with which Americans won and defended their own independence."

More details: Zelenskyy thanked the US for the support it has provided to Ukraine.

Quote: "American weapons – from the Javelins that President Trump decided to give to Ukraine to the Patriots that most reliably protect the lives of our people – everything the United States has provided to help us defend our country demonstrates the strength of the American spirit, American resolve and American technology.

When we ask America for Patriots, we believe that the values of respect for life and for people that prevailed 250 years ago will prevail again today. The world needs the kind of leadership that guarantees protection for freedom and for life."

More details: Zelenskyy ended his message with wishes for the US president and all Americans.

Quote: "'We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.' That is what unites all of us – all who respect America and thank America today. May the dreams of free people always triumph over the evil and hatred of those who seek to destroy freedom. America, thank you! I am confident that if we're in it together, we'll definitely achieve peace!"

Background:

• In his speech marking the 250th anniversary of US independence, US President Donald Trump said a "communist menace" has re-emerged, which he claims poses a danger to the country's prosperity.
• The US Independence Day parade in Washington on 4 July was cancelled due to extreme heat, with daytime temperatures on the day expected to reach 43.3-46.1°C.

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