The lights were lit on Ukraine's main Christmas tree on Sofiiska Square, Kyiv. 📹: Radio Liberty | In Ukraine

🌟🇺🇦 Ukrainian Christmas traditions are filled with magic and mystery. They unite the whole country in preparation for the holidays, as children and adults gather for the festive season and carolling. Today, we introduce you to "zirka" (a star), also known as "koliada" — an authentic element of Ukrainian Christmas. Such "zirka" shall bring prosperity, peace and happiness to every home ✨ Video: tanyakyianytsia / Instagram | Ukraine.ua

Christmas is one of the most important holidays for Ukrainian families ❄️ What creates a festive atmosphere is traditions passed through generations. There is a variety of them — traditional dishes and special family rituals, carols and nativity scenes. Join the Ukrainian Christmas — watch a video showing celebrations across Ukraine ✨ The video is created by Ukraine.ua & Ukrainer in English | Ukraine.ua

6,000 Christmas presents. 44,000 pounds of food. 18 Ukrainian villages near the front lines. Helping more than 10,000 innocent people. Common Man for Ukraine Co-Founders Alex Ray and Lisa Mure sound off on what it's all about. Our 14th humanitarian convoy continues tomorrow! #ukraine #commonmanforukraine #Christmas #humanity | Common Man for Ukraine