On the 92nd anniversary of the Holodomor, the UK’s Deputy Ambassador James Ford delivered a speech in Vienna commemorating the victims and urging remembrance to prevent repetition. Ford described the Holodomor as a “terrible man‑made disaster that killed millions of innocent people” and paid tribute to Ukrainian friends who continue to work to ensure the truth of the atrocity is recognised after decades of Soviet suppression. He praised the bravery of individuals and organisations that exposed the Soviet‑era crimes, often at great personal risk. Ford also highlighted parallels with current suffering, noting deliberate attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure that weaponise winter. He called for collective resolve to act together so that the tragedies of history do not become the realities of tomorrow.
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