00:00Ukraine is marking a major national milestone.
00:02The country has observed the 30th anniversary of its constitution.
00:06The Basic Law was adopted on June 28, 1996.
00:10It passed after nearly 24 hours of parliamentary debate.
00:14Officials say the document remains central to Ukraine's sovereignty.
00:18President Volodymyr Zelensky said the constitution gained strength from the Ukrainian people.
00:23He said Ukrainians continue to defend their rights, freedoms, and independence.
00:27Prime Minister Yulia Sviridenko said the constitution reflects Ukraine's long state-building tradition.
00:34She also linked it to the country's path toward European Union membership.
00:39Ukraine's military leadership said the anniversary carries special meaning during the war.
00:44Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Sersky said soldiers are defending more than territory.
00:49He said they are also protecting the constitutional rights of every Ukrainian.
00:54Officials say the constitution remains a symbol of democracy and national unity.
00:59The anniversary comes as Ukraine continues its fight to restore full sovereignty.
01:03The anniversary comes as Ukraine.
01:03The anniversary comes as one person who keeps the nation's kingdom and political parties.
01:03The anniversary comes as one person who typically is in the country.
01:04Having a new territory was brought to Ukraine.
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