Powerful drawings by Ukrainian children go on display in Thessaloniki

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An art exhibition titled ‘Ukraine through the eyes of children’ is currently on display at the office of the Federation of Greek communities of Ukraine in Thessaloniki.

The exhibition features 31 powerful drawings by Ukrainian children to mark Ukraine’s Independence Day on August 24.

According to the Federation, the drawings showcase the greatness and beauty of the children’s native homeland, as well as the stoicism of the heroes who are currently defending Ukraine from Russian attacks.

The drawings were provided by the Children’s School of Arts No. 9 in Kiev, Ukraine, with the support of the Greek Enotita Society of Kyiv.

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