July 28 has been established as a Day of Remembrance for the defenders, volunteers, and civilians of Ukraine who have suffered violence or lost their lives in captivity.
This decision was adopted on July 22, as reported by the "Olenivka Community" organization.
"We are grateful to everyone who contributed to this initiative, as the draft resolution has been under consideration since autumn 2023, and we have finally achieved a significant result.
This year, on the third anniversary of the mass execution in Olenivka, we will be able to honor the memory of all the killed POWs at the state level," the organization stated.
The 1st Corps of the National Guard of Ukraine "Azov" also responded to the adoption of the resolution.
"On the night of July 28 to 29, 2022, Russia committed a mass murder of the defenders of Mariupol who were POWs in Olenivka. This day will now be a symbol of remembrance for those who died in Russian captivity and for those who are still in captivity," the unit wrote on social media.
According to the draft law, the Cabinet of Ministers is to develop a plan of action to properly honor the memory of the fallen nationally.
Local authorities are also recommended to prepare and conduct relevant events in their communities.