DISINFO: Ukraine is not independent
SUMMARY
Ukraine is not an independent state. It's getting instructions from the US.
RESPONSE
Recurring disinformation about Ukrainian statehood and independence.
Ukraine is a sovereign and independent state with a democratically-elected president and parliament. The country is not controlled by the US, EU or any other foreign organisation or government. Both the EU and the US respect Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The US relations with Ukraine is “centred on supporting Ukraine in the face of continued Russian aggression as it advances reforms to strengthen democratic institutions, fight corruption, and promote conditions for economic growth and competition”.
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