The head of the United States Barack Obama has paid my respects to the President and the people of Ukraine with the 23rd anniversary of independence of the country, assuring them of support from the United States, informs the press service of the Ukrainian President on Sunday.

Obama said that last year was at the same time encouraging and challenging for Ukraine.

" But in the best of times, and in the most difficult moments of citizens of Ukraine must know that the United States is a partner and a friend. We strongly support the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine, We strongly support Ukraine's right to choose their own future. In this regard, I was pleased to witness the signing of your government to the Treaty on the Union with the European Union ", - said in a congratulatory message.

leader Obama said that North America value their friendship with the people of Ukraine and the hope for continued cooperation.
August 24, Ukraine celebrated the national holiday - the independence Day of Ukraine. This date is timed to coincide with the adoption on August 24, 1991 the Verkhovna Rada of the Ukrainian SSR of the Act of independence of Ukraine.
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