Odesa stood still — residents honored the memory of those killed in the war.

Today, July 9, movement temporarily stopped in Sobornaya Square in the historic center of Odesa. This was because activists and residents honored the memory of those killed in the war with a traditional action 'Minute of Silence'. Residents of the Peresyp district also supported and joined them, coming to the crossroads of Semen Paliy and Vladyslav Buvalkin streets with posters about the victims of armed aggression.

News.LIVE learned this from the organizers of the action.

Honoring the memory of the fallen

Activists came to Sobornaya Square with posters in memory of those killed as a result of Russian aggression. The main goal of the action is to remind residents that soldiers give their lives for independence on the front lines every day, while civilians die from regular shelling. The organizers emphasize: we are obligated to honor these people.

The action on the road. Photo: Natalia Mykhaylenko

Movement was stopped. Photo: Natalia Mykhaylenko

A participant with a child. Photo: Natalia Mykhaylenko

Drivers showed solidarity

Drivers stopped, got out on the road, and bowed their heads to honor the dead. No one remained indifferent. Police assisted in ensuring safety on the road during this Time.

Police control the movement. Photo: Natalia Mykhaylenko

Drivers stopped. Photo: Natalia Mykhaylenko

In the middle of the road. Photo: Natalia Mykhaylenko

Minute of Silence

It is worth noting that honoring the memory is announced every day in all cities of Ukraine, according to the presidential decree No. 143/2022 'On the nationwide minute of silence for those killed as a result of armed aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine'. Organizers of the action invite people to join them every Wednesday and Saturday at 08:50.

Activists near the church. Photo: Natalia Mykhaylenko

Young activists. Photo: Natalia Mykhaylenko

Grandma activist. Photo: Natalia Mykhaylenko

Let us remind you, we recently wrote about a rally near the International Red Cross Committee in Odesa. As well as about the action of military relatives.

The event that took place in Odesa demonstrates deep respect and support for those killed in the war, as well as community cohesion. The action 'Minute of Silence' reminds people of the sacrifices and the constant need to remember them. Participation in the action is an important symbol of support for those who give their lives for peace and independence of the country.