Nebraska Ukrainian refugees, supporters gather as fifth year of ‘occupation and resistance’ begins

By: Cindy Gonzalez

Outlets: Nebraska Examiner

Published: February 25, 2026

Words: 1,795

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 1 day ago


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OMAHA — A young woman recited an original poem in her native Ukrainian language.

A teacher rekindled memories of her wartorn country as images of destruction flashed on a huge screen behind her.

A former Nebraska lawmaker with decorated military service shared why he is eight fact-finding missions in and willing to make a ninth to Ukraine as he nears age 70.

They were among a few hundred people, the bulk of them Ukrainian families, …

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