Several South Florida Events Planned In Support Of Ukrainian People
Several events are happening Thursday and through the weekend in South Florida in support of the Ukrainian people.
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Several events are happening Thursday and through the weekend in South Florida in support of the Ukrainian people.
South Floridians with Ukraine ties are once again rallying to show support for their home country.
Russia's attack on Ukraine has sent shockwaves around the globe, and many people are feeling stress, anxiety, and fear.
Publix Supermarkets has pulled Russian-made vodka from the shelves of its liquor stores in a show of support for Ukraine.
Deacon Paul Galadza of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Ukrainian Catholic Church says his Miami church is on a mission: To help those suffering in Ukraine following the Russian invasion.
"It's like horror. I never imagine I have five minutes I must take all my cases and run, run from Kyiv," said Victoria Hurtova, who left Kyiv with her 9-month old baby.
The images are scary for anyone, but the war in Ukraine may cause worry and even fear in small children who see or hear about the unrest.
A 20-year-old Hallandale Beach woman says she is terrified that the war in Ukraine will take a toll on her extended family living in that country and says her uncle has taken up arms to defend his homeland.
Ukrainians in South Florida continued to gather to ask for help, while those who can are willing to take up arms to defend their country after it was invaded by Russia last week.
Hundreds of Ukrainian supporters gathered at Young Circle Saturday afternoon to protest against the Russian invasion of their country.
Ukraine's top diplomat said Saturday his country's capital "survived another night" under Russian assault, as the president released a video reassuring his nation he was still there.
South Florida residents with family members in Ukraine are holding demonstrations and speaking about the invasion, saying their loved ones are doing their best to survive.
Emotions running high among the Ukranian community in South Florida as their home country comes under attack.
"It's very hard. I'm constantly trying to monitor the situation with the different resources, I'm constantly online right now."
Now that Russia has invaded Ukraine, the aggression may mean higher prices at the grocery store and at the pump.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister said early Thursday morning that Russia had launched a "full-scale invasion," and President Joe Biden accused Vladimir Putin of personally choosing to carry out "a premeditated war that will bring a catastrophic loss of life and human suffering."
Essential supplies are leaving South Florida headed for Poland, just two hours outside of Ukraine.
With President Joe Biden officially calling it an "invasion," and with the economic screws turning, the few who would speak to CBS4 News in Sunny Isles are growing worried.
Tensions remain high between the U.S. and Russia as the diplomatic situation over Ukraine continues to deteriorate.
While Russia and Ukraine are on the brink of war overseas, Russians and Ukrainians in Sunny Isles are all hoping for peace.
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Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush is midway through his Europe trip – and the potential presidential candidate is presumably showcasing his foreign policy skills.
As the cold front moves through, the mixture of moisture and colder air behind the front will likely lead to snow showers in Florida on Sunday morning.
The country's leader criticized President Trump on Saturday, blaming him for "casualties, damages and accusations" against Iran.
From Fan Central to beachfront concerts, locals and out‑of‑towners flood Miami Beach for College Football Playoff weekend – even if they can't score a ticket.
Piper High seniors say moving their ceremony to Dillard High's gym will limit families and shrink a milestone they believe should feel far more meaningful.
Locals near Hard Rock Stadium say traffic from the upcoming game will turn simple errands into hour‑long trips — and some are leaving town entirely.
As the cold front moves through, the mixture of moisture and colder air behind the front will likely lead to snow showers in Florida on Sunday morning.
The country's leader criticized President Trump on Saturday, blaming him for "casualties, damages and accusations" against Iran.
From Fan Central to beachfront concerts, locals and out‑of‑towners flood Miami Beach for College Football Playoff weekend – even if they can't score a ticket.
Piper High seniors say moving their ceremony to Dillard High's gym will limit families and shrink a milestone they believe should feel far more meaningful.
Locals near Hard Rock Stadium say traffic from the upcoming game will turn simple errands into hour‑long trips — and some are leaving town entirely.
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The country's leader criticized President Trump on Saturday, blaming him for "casualties, damages and accusations" against Iran.
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