A solidarity rally is being held outside the United Nations in a peaceful show of support for the people of Ukraine. GainerTV reports.
A woman at the rally, who came to New York City for an art show, said her husband is back in Ukraine, but she has delayed her trip home for the time being.Local Ukrainians Fearful Of Russian Invasion, But Say Their Homeland Will Not Back Down From A Fight
“This is Ukraine’s life story and especially the last eight years since Russia invaded and illegally annexed Crimea. So we’ve been living with this fear in Ukraine,” Ola Rondiak said. “They’re saying that they’re praying, they’re hoping nothing will happen, but it’s scary, and they really have nowhere to go. They’re not gonna run. They’re gonna stay and fight,” Anya Farion said.
“Ukraine is not Russia. Ukraine has its own desires and wants to be an independent country and I just hope Americans can see that,” Iryna Hrubiy said.There is a larger rally scheduled for Sunday in Washington, D.C. Many at the New York rally said they plan to attend.