On February 21, 2026, hundreds of supporters gathered at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., to commemorate the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Organized by the Ukrainian diaspora, the Embassy of Ukraine, and partner groups including United Help Ukraine, Razom for Ukraine, Nova Ukraine, and US Ukrainian Activists, the event transformed the historic site into a powerful display of solidarity with blue-and-yellow flags waving amid prayers, patriotic songs, and speeches. The program featured inspiring remarks from EU Ambassador to the U.S. Jovita Neliupšienė, Pastor Mark Burns, Ukrainian veteran Andriy Smolenskyi, Mark Levin of the National Coalition Supporting Eurasian Jewry (NCSEJ), and Deputy Chief of Mission Denys Sienik from the Embassy of Ukraine, who stressed that aiding Ukraine remains a vital investment in global and Euro-Atlantic security.
The peaceful rally, held from approximately 2:00 to 3:30 p.m., concluded with a march from the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool toward the Russian ambassador's residence, where participants called for sustained Western unity, unwavering support, and an end to aggression. Religious leaders from Ukrainian Orthodox and Catholic churches led prayers, while performances by Ukrainian-Georgian artist Sophie Villy, VODA Voice, and children from Ukrainian School DC added emotional depth. Organizers expressed deep gratitude to all partners and attendees, underscoring that every act of support reinforces Ukraine's fight for freedom and a just peace.
