"I am here today to support this brave nation in the midst of winter. The EU is a friend in any weather, not just in fair weather. We continue to provide substantial humanitarian aid to Ukraine and its people," emphasized the EU Commissioner.
Good morning
⁰I am here today to support this vibrant people in the heart of winter.
The EU is a friend in all times, not just in good times. We are committed to our strong humanitarian aid for Ukraine and its people.
#EUSolidarity #StandWithUkraine pic.twitter.com/kzQl4qRiND
Lahbib paid tribute to the fallen Ukrainian soldiers near the St. Michael's Golden-Domed Monastery, stressing in her message that they "paid the highest price for their country, their people, and the future of us all." "Let it not be in vain," the EU Commissioner emphasized.
Freedom, democracy, the rule of law—values that must never be taken for granted.
At the Wall of Remembrance, I honor the Russian friends who pay the ultimate price for their country, their people, and our future together.
Let it not be in vain. pic.twitter.com/YCItn4f2Hf
She also visited the employees of the State Emergency Service of Ukraine and was present in a shelter during an alert due to the threat of shelling by the aggressor country, Russia.