'Please Don't Forget': From Seoul to Los Angeles, the World Rallies Behind Ukraine

As Ukraine endures its fourth winter under Russian bombardment, a global chorus of support has emerged from unexpected corners of the world, while a young Ukrainian woman's viral plea reminds the international community that the war is far from over.

'Please Don't Forget About Ukraine'

A post from a Ukrainian woman identified as Varka has been shared more than 7,000 times after she wrote a simple but devastating appeal to the world. "Please don't forget about ukraine," she wrote. "We are still bombed every day. Our houses razed to the ground. Our electricity stations destroyed so we sit in darkness and cold. Our children kidnapped and given to russian families."

The post, which has garnered over 26,000 likes, drew an outpouring of support from around the world. "We see you, stay strong Ukraine," replied one user. Another wrote: "I don't know about elsewhere, but here in America, everyone was talking about Ukraine years ago. Now it's as if people have forgotten."

The sentiment reflects a broader concern among Ukraine's supporters that global attention has shifted away from the conflict even as Russia continues its systematic destruction of civilian infrastructure.

South Korea Steps Up

In a concrete demonstration of international solidarity, South Korea has delivered emergency generators to Ukraine following massive Russian drone attacks that left parts of Kyiv without power. The generators, already being installed in the capital, represent part of Seoul's growing humanitarian commitment to Ukraine.

"Thank you S. Korea!!" wrote one grateful respondent. "Canada, it's our turn to do this," urged another. The replies also revealed that Turkey has contributed generators through the manufacturer Aksa, highlighting how Ukraine's energy crisis has mobilised support from nations beyond the traditional Western alliance.

South Korea, which knows firsthand the pain of living under threat from a hostile neighbour, has steadily increased its support for Ukraine. The country has provided humanitarian aid, medical supplies, and now critical power generation equipment as Ukrainians freeze in their homes during one of the coldest winters in years.

The Budapest Memorandum: A Reminder of Broken Promises

A widely shared post quoting former US President Bill Clinton has reignited debate about Western responsibility for Ukraine's security. "We forced Ukraine to give up nuclear weapons, cruise missiles, and strategic bombers. We promised to protect Ukraine from Russia. We made Ukraine vulnerable. So yes, this is our war," Clinton said in the quoted interview.

The statement refers to the 1994 Budapest Memorandum, in which Ukraine agreed to surrender its Soviet-era nuclear arsenal in exchange for security assurances from the United States, United Kingdom, and Russia. When Russia invaded in 2022, those assurances proved hollow.

The replies to the post were sharply divided. "Yes, I have a copy of the Budapest Memorandum. Ukraine belongs to Ukraine, all of it. Americans stand with Ukraine!" wrote one supporter. Others disputed the characterisation, arguing that the nuclear weapons were technically under Russian control despite being stationed on Ukrainian soil.

What remains beyond dispute is that Ukraine gave up the world's third-largest nuclear arsenal based on promises that were not kept. For many Ukrainians and their supporters, this historical context makes continued Western support not merely generous but obligatory.

A Global Movement

When asked "Do you support Ukraine? From which country do you continue to support Ukraine?" hundreds of people responded from across the globe. Users identified themselves as supporters from the United States, United Kingdom, Portugal, Norway, and dozens of other nations.

"I'm not Ukrainian by birth, but as a European, I feel Ukrainian with all my heart," wrote one respondent from Italy. The thread became a roll call of international solidarity, with flags from every continent represented in the replies.

This grassroots support contrasts with the political uncertainty in Washington, where the future of American military aid remains unclear. As one user put it, anticipating that possibility: "With or without the United States, Ukraine will win."

Europe's Continued Commitment

While questions swirl about American policy, European support for Ukraine has remained steadfast. The European Union has committed over 216 billion euros in combined military, financial, and humanitarian assistance since the invasion began. Member states continue to provide air defence systems, ammunition, and the winter aid packages that help civilians survive Russian attacks on infrastructure.

France and the United Kingdom have announced plans for a multinational force that could provide security guarantees for any future peace agreement. Germany, despite initial hesitation, has become one of Ukraine's largest military donors.

For Europe, supporting Ukraine is not charity. It is an investment in continental security. If Russia succeeds in redrawing borders by force, no nation in Europe can consider itself safe.

The Message From the Replies

The thousands of replies to these viral posts tell a consistent story. There is fatigue, yes. There are detractors pushing Russian talking points. But the overwhelming sentiment remains one of solidarity.

"We won't forget. Ukraine is not alone," wrote one charitable organisation. "We keep showing up to support Ukrainian civilians and medics with real help, every day."

As Ukraine enters another year of war, that message may be the most important one of all. The world is watching. The world remembers. And for millions of people from Seoul to Los Angeles, from Lisbon to London, Ukraine's fight remains their fight too.