European leaders travel to Kyiv for Ukraine's Independence Day

Top officials from Europe visited Ukraine's capital to show support as the war with Russia continues.

Ukraine is celebrating its Independence Day today. It is a big holiday for the country. To show they are still on Ukraine’s side, leaders from across Europe traveled to the capital city, Kyiv. They went there to meet with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The visit is meant to send a clear message to Russia. It shows that Ukraine’s friends have not forgotten about them even though the fighting has been going on for a long time. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is still happening. Many people are still living under the threat of attacks. Despite the danger, the leaders wanted to be there in person…