Yiv, Feb. 24 -- European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Tuesday paid tribute to Ukraine's fallen soldiers during a visit to Maidan Square, a memorial for fallen soldiers in Kyiv, acknowledging the ongoing sacrifice of those serving on the front lines against Russian aggression. .

This show of solidarity forms part of a wider diplomatic presence in Kyiv marking the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

In a post on X, von der Leyen described her visit to the memorial site, stating, "We paid tribute to the fallen heroes of Ukraine at Maidan."

Beyond honouring those who have lost their lives, she expressed support for active military personnel currently engaged in combat operations. "I am also thinki...