Ukrainian band Kalush Orchestra captivated the audience with their performance of their song "Stefania" on Eurovision 2022. Saturday, May 14, Ukraine became the winner of the international song contest with 631 points. Spectators from Europe and participating countries gave 439 votes to Ukrainian artists, and 192 came from the contest jury. The highest score of 12 points was given to Ukraine by Poland, Moldova, Romania, Lithuania, and Latvia. These neighboring countries serve as some of the biggest humanitarian shelters for Ukrainian refugees, with Poland and Moldova concerned about possible Russian incursions on their territory.
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Since the start of the Russian invasion of Ukraine last month, residents of Seattle have rallied in protest of the war. On March 19, protesters marched from Seattle City Hall to Seattle Center to show solidarity with Ukraine.
On Saturday, demonstrators stood outside Seattle Center in solidarity with Ukraine, which is fighting against ongoing Russian aggression.
In photos: Seattle rallies at UW against Russian invasion
Veronika Pshenytska | The Seattle Collegian
Veronika Pshenytska | The Seattle CollegianWhile the Ukrainian army fights against Russian aggression, residents of Washington state gathered Thursday afternoon at the University of Washington’s Red Square in protest of Russia’s ongoing invasion and in solidarity with Ukraine.
I am writing this article not to convince readers who in this game of political chess to support. However, I would like to reach out to those who do not know how to help or what to do in this situation. I am here to bring awareness that no matter what nationality or background you come from, you can help just by sharing the word. Everyone should understand the level of aggression the Ukrainian nation is experiencing today.