Every year on August 23, Ukrainians celebrate the Day of the State Flag.. However, for the second year in a row, public holidays in Ukraine are of particular importance.. For more than a year and a half, Ukrainians have been defending their independence and identity, because the aggressor country Russia brazenly invaded the territory of a sovereign country and wanted to take them away. The Ukrainian military courageously defend the borders of Ukraine and allow compatriots to feel in the rear of security and celebrate public holidays. Ukrainian celebrities congratulate on the Day of the State Flag of Ukraine, thank Ukrainian defenders and share what blue and yellow colors mean to them. JamalaThe performer noted that the flag is a symbol of our invincibility and freedom. It is thanks to the Ukrainian defenders that blue and yellow colors flutter in Ukraine. " We can paint our fences blue and yellow, we can bake a blue and yellow cake, we can tie blue and yellow ribbons and sew a blue and yellow dress.. And eagerly look for our colors, our flag! Glory to Ukraine! Glory to heroes! "

Anna SalivanchukThe actress wrote that for the second year Ukrainians have been celebrating public holidays in the face of a full-scale Russian invasion. The artist admires that, despite the war, the country does not forget its symbols. Anna also stressed that Ukrainians should thank the Armed Forces of Ukraine, that we can live a peaceful life and make plans for the future.. " This year the holiday is celebrated in the face of a full-scale invasion and, despite the war, we do not forget about our public holidays and symbols.. Today, our defenders defend our land so that each of us can enjoy life in peace and plan the future in our native country.. Everyone should remember the history of our Ukraine and carry it through the generation. The war in our Ukraine proved once again that we are a strong people, a strong nation of a strong country,"

Ekaterina BuzhinskayaThe performer showed the flag of Ukraine, which she received from Ukrainian defenders. The artist thanked the Armed Forces of Ukraine and wished a peaceful life soon. \! Our flag is holy! Today, at a time when Ukrainian soldiers are defending their native land, fighting for its sovereignty and inviolability, it is the State Flag of Ukraine that is the constant accompaniment of fighters on the front line and in the rear.. The state symbol gives us strength, multiplies the strength of the spirit and encourages a courageous struggle for Ukraine and its people. Victory to us and a peaceful sky! "

Natalka DenisenkoThe actress congratulated everyone on the Day of the Flag of Ukraine and noted that the war had taught her to appreciate state symbols. " Our inflexible symbol. Colors that warm the heart. Appreciate, cherish and protect what is mine - this is what the war taught me, and what I will never forget! "

Nadya Dorofeyeva The singer congratulated Ukraine on a special holiday and explained what the colors of the flag mean to her. " Happy State Flag Day of Ukraine! "

Natalia MogilevskayaThe performer noted that the flag of Ukraine is a symbol of indestructibility and strength, and blue and yellow are the colors of our victory. \! And, of course, the color of our victory! Happy holiday, Ukrainians! Happy State Flag Day! "

Hector Jimenez-BravoChef appeared in the center of Kyiv with the flag of Ukraine. The host noted that the blue and yellow colors are the shield of every Ukrainian. “I still remember the narratives about the flag from the Maidan: “It’s not a towel that you tie around with it”.

The military often take flags with them, collect signatures, give them to brother-in-arms, commanders, ordinary people... This is a great symbol. No not a towel. This is a shield. And he gives us the strength we need right now.. Happy National Flag Day,"

Taras PoplarThe musician showed an archival photo taken during his service at the front. In the picture, the artist, together with his brothers, holds the flag of Ukraine. \! The eternal symbol of our unity, indestructibility and struggle,"