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The Latest Breaking News from Independence Day

Ukraine Independence Day - live: Boris Johnson says Kyiv ‘can win war’ on surprise visit

National holiday coincides with conflict’s sixth-month mark

The Independent UK

Ukraine’s independence day was always important. Now it is a matter of life and death

In Kyiv, we are marking the day under the constant threat of Russian attack, says Ukrainian journalist Nataliya Gumenyuk

The Guardian - UK

Russia-Ukraine war: Boris Johnson visits Kyiv as Zelenskiy warns Russia over ‘nuclear blackmail’ – as it happened

UK PM seen next to Ukraine’s president on day country marks independence from Soviet rule and six months of war with Russia

The Guardian - AU

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Russian rockets hit Ukrainian town on independence day, 22 killed

At least 22 people died and dozens were wounded on Wednesday when Russian rocket strikes hit a Ukrainian town and set a passenger train on fire, officials said, as the nation marked 31 years since its independence from Moscow-dominated Soviet rule.

Reuters

Ukraine celebrates Independence Day, with a new level of meaning as it fights back against Russia

I stood on Kyiv’s main boulevard, Khreshchatyk, one year ago, on Aug. 24, 2021, celebrating along with thousands of Ukrainians who were watching the Independence Day parade.

The Conversation

Ukraine Flaunts Burnt Russian Tanks In Putin's Face At Victory Parade: 'Buy Nicotine Patches, Occupants!'

Ukraine began its Independence Day celebrations in the capital of Kyiv on Saturday with a victory parade, displaying dozens of captured and destroyed Russian military vehicles down the city’s main street.

Benzinga

Zelenskiy Vows Tough Response to Any Russian Attack on Independence Day

With Ukraine set to mark both its independence from Soviet rule in 1991 and six months since Russian forces invaded, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy vowed that any Russian attacks in or around the date would provoke a powerful response. Zelenskiy, who has led his country's resistance since Russian troops poured over…

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Weary but uncowed, Ukraine to mark Independence Day amid new strike fears

Ukrainians revelled at a surreal display of burnt-out Russian tanks and armour laid out as war trophies in central Kyiv to mark 31 years of independence this week, but fears of fresh Russian attacks lurked behind the show of defiance.

Reuters

Stand together, urges Boris on eve of Independence Day

The Prime Minister stressed that Britain would never recognise Russian-occupied territory in Ukraine

Evening Standard

U.S. warns Russia "stepping up efforts" against civilians in Ukraine as independence day nears

The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv has urged American citizens to leave amid concerns Putin may launch a fresh offensive in Ukraine.

Axios

Macron vows ‘long term’ EU support for Ukraine on eve of Independence Day

French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday joined other Western leaders in voicing ongoing solidarity with Ukraine as the country nears its anniversary of independence from Soviet rule and the Russian invasion nears its six-month mark. Read about the day's events as they unfolded on our liveblog. All times are Paris…

France 24

Ukraine cites risk of 'brutal strikes' by Russia on Independence Day

With Ukraine set to mark its independence from Soviet rule in 1991 and six months since Russian forces invaded, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy warned of the risk of "brutal strikes" by Russia and said any attack would provoke a powerful response.

Reuters

Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv bans Independence Day celebrations

Ukraine’s capital bans events celebrating independence from Soviet rule, citing threat of renewed Russian attacks.

Al Jazeera

Zelensky warns of ‘vicious’ attack on Ukraine ahead of Independence Day

It comes after a Russian missile hit a residential area of a southern Ukrainian town not far from a nuclear power station, wounding 12 civilians

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TV Newsance 183: Anupam Kher’s Nehru bashing on News18, injustice to Bilkis Bano

This week, we look at Network 18’s Independence Day special programme that tracked the history of India through the speeches of its prime ministers from 1947 to 2022. In a one-hour show, the host, Anupam Kher, spent about seven minutes on Jawaharlal Nehru and 15 minutes or so on Narendra…

The Hindu

‘Denied’ opportunity on Independence Day, Dalit panchayat president hoists national flag at Pudukottai government school

Tamilarasan who had hoisted the national flag at the Senthakudi panchayat office on Independence Day had a feeling that he was not given an opportunity to hoist the flag at the government school, says Collector Kavitha Ramu

The Guardian - UK

After Independence Day, how can India get rid of 200m flags?

Narendra Modi urged his people to fly the national flag but strict rules govern its disposal and offenders can go to jail

AFP

Indonesia celebrates first independence day at future capital

Sepaku (Indonesia) (AFP) - Indonesia celebrated its first independence day at its future capital in the ancient rainforests of eastern Borneo on Wednesday as the nation plans a move away from slowly sinking, traffic-clogged Jakarta.

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Andhra Pradesh: three fire officers in jubilant mood after receiving medals from Chief Minister

Officials of State Disaster Response and Fire Service Department of North Andhra region were in a jubilant mood with the presentation of fire service medals to three officials for their meritorious service during several calamities, including Hudhud and Titli cyclones, which caused devastation in the region. Srikakulam District Chief Fire Officer…

Dynamite News

Master plan for AIIMS redevelopment submitted for approval to Centre: Randeep Guleria

A master plan to re-develop All India Institute of Medical Science (AIIMS) has been submitted to the government, the director of AIIMS, Dr Randeep Guleria said on the occasion of the 75th Independence Day. Read more on Dynamite News:

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BJP misuses paramilitary forces, police to transport ill-gotten money to party offices: Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot

Chief Minister of Rajasthan Ashok Gehlot made the remarks on August 15 while addressing a programme at the Shaheed Memorial in Jaipur on the occasion of Independence Day.

The Hindu

Tricolour in hand, patriotism in heart

Flag-hoisting, parades and colourful cultural events mark Independence Day celebrations in Telangana

The Hindu

RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale participates in I-Day event

RSS All India General Secretary Dattareya Hosabale participated in the Independence Day celebration

The Hindu

Stalin attends Independence Day reception at Raj Bhavan

Prominent leaders from the AIADMK and the BJP give it a miss

The Hindu

Andhra Pradesh: ‘Kumkis’ add a dash of grandeur to I-Day celebrations in Chittoor

The elephants held the Tricolour aloft as they majestically took part in the parade

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