Ukrainian Day of Defenders

That this House recognises 1 October as the Day of Defenders and Women Defenders of Ukraine; pays tribute to the courage and sacrifice of the Ukrainian men and women defending their country against Russia’s illegal full-scale invasion; remembers those who have lost their lives and extends its condolences to their families and loved ones; commends the resilience of Ukrainian forces and civilians in defending Ukraine’s sovereignty, independence and democratic future; and reaffirms the United Kingdom’s solidarity with Ukraine and its continued support for the Ukrainian people in their fight against Russian aggression.