Today, Europe marks 80 years since Victory in Europe (VE) Day. But the war in Ukraine rages on - a stark reminder that peace and freedom can never be taken for granted.

While we celebrate the end of an old conflict, millions of Ukrainians are still living through the devastation of an ongoing war.

So we went to Ukraine, to put Ukrainian voices in front of a British audience and to ensure their voices are not forgotten.

We are presenting these stories in a new film: Flags in the Wind.

In Flags in the Wind, we hear from the voices of everyday Ukrainians forced to flee their homes in Kharkiv, Donetsk, and Kyiv, relocating to the humanitarian hubs around Lviv.

By hearing their experiences, we discover the resilience of a people, the horrors of war, and the determination to set an example to the people of Europe in the face of tyranny. 

With contributions from Ukrainian citizens, veterans, senior politicians, and rehabilitation centre clinicians, Flags in the Wind delivers a sober message at a time when Europe is remembering the end of World War II.

Since we were founded in 1949, our mission at the European Movement has always been to promote peace, democracy, and unity across Europe. 

This film is a direct expression of that purpose - reminding us that standing together in the face of aggression is essential to protecting our shared, European future.

As you watch the film, we invite you to reflect on what it means to stand with Ukraine.

Supporting Ukraine is about solidarity. Defending democracy, human rights, and the values that unite Europe.

Watch the film now and join us in supporting Ukraine.

Share the film, send a message of support to the people of Ukraine and start a conversation - all so that, together, we can help keep the spotlight on those who need it most.

Together, we can ensure that Ukraine’s story is heard – and that history’s lessons are not forgotten.