Leipzig Commemorates Victims of Ukraine Conflict and Revolution of Dignity

Leipzig, Germany, will host a series of events in February 2026 to remember the victims of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the Revolution of Dignity (Euromaidan) of 2013-2014. The events include a peace prayer, a discussion on contemporary Ukrainian history, and exhibitions focusing on the impact of the war on Ukrainian culture.

Peace Prayer and Commemoration

On February 23rd, a peace prayer will be held at St. Nicholas Church at 5 p.m. To honor those who have lost their lives. Translator Thomas Weiler, recipient of the 2025 Leipzig Book Fair prize, will deliver the commemorative speech. Speakers will also include Dr. Gabriele Goldfuß, Head of the International Cooperation Department, representatives from EuropaMaidan eV, and Bogdan Luka, pastor of the Ukrainian community.

“Testimonies of Life in Crimea Today”

Following the prayer, at 6:30 p.m., the Polish Institute (Market 1) will host an event titled “Testimonies of Life in Crimea Today” in Café Ukraїna.

“Kyiv in Change: From Independence to Identity”

On February 25th at 4 p.m., the Leipzig City History Museum and the International Cooperation Department, in collaboration with the Museum of Kyiv History, will present a video presentation titled “Kyiv in Change. From Independence to Identity” in the Green Salon (2nd floor of the Old Town Hall). A subsequent discussion will feature artist Anna Perepechai, photographer Anna Logacheva from Kyiv, and Dr. Gabriele Goldfuß, focusing on contemporary Ukrainian history and the current situation in Kyiv from the perspective of those in exile. Ukrainian snacks will be served.

Exhibitions at the German National Library

Two exhibitions on Ukraine will be on display at the German National Library (Deutscher Platz 1) until April 2, 2026.

• “Words in Flame”: This traveling exhibition by the Artists Support Ukraine Foundation documents the destruction and resilience of Ukrainian libraries through photographs.
• “Protection of Ukrainian Cultural Assets in Times of War”: This panel exhibition provides insights into the activities of the Ukraine Art Aid Center (UAAC) to protect Ukraine’s cultural heritage.

Further Information

More information about these events and Ukraine aid initiatives in Leipzig can be found at www.leipzig.de/ukraine-hilfe.

About the Revolution of Dignity

The Revolution of Dignity, also known as the Maidan Revolution or the Ukrainian Revolution, took place in Ukraine in February 2014 as the culmination of the Euromaidan protests [1]. It resulted in the overthrow of President Viktor Yanukovych and had significant consequences, including pro-Russian unrest in eastern and southern Ukraine, ultimately leading to the Russo-Ukrainian War [1]. The Euromaidan Revolution, centered in Kyiv’s Independence Square, began as a protest against Yanukovych’s decision to postpone signing an Association Agreement with the European Union and evolved into a broader uprising against corruption and the ruling elite [2].