Summary: On Aug. 24, 2025, Secretary of State Marco Rubio congratulated Ukraine on its 34th Independence Day and said the U.S. remains committed to Ukraine’s future as a free, independent nation. He backed a negotiated peace that respects Ukraine’s sovereignty and secures its long-term safety. Rubio said the U.S. will keep strengthening economic and security ties with Ukraine to support a durable peace and a more prosperous future for both countries.
Ukraine National Day
Press Statement
Marco Rubio, Secretary of State
On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Ukraine as you commemorate your 34th Independence Day.
The United States is committed to Ukraine’s future as an independent nation. We believe in a negotiated settlement that upholds Ukrainian sovereignty and guarantees its long-term security, leading to durable peace. On this Independence Day, as you pay tribute to your nation’s history, the United States looks forward to continuing to build on our economic and security partnership for a peaceful, prosperous future for both our nations.
August 24, 2025 Washington DC
Sources: State.gov , Midtown Tribune
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