"We need to show visibility that there are LGBTQ+ people in the army," said Vlad, an LGBTQ+ soldier identified by the call sign "Sapsan" in the press release. "Those who attend the march represent the voices of those on the front lines and, sadly, those who are no longer with us." This statement underscores the need for representation and recognition of LGBTQ+ individuals in the military, especially in the context of their contribution to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
"We remember every day how important Ukraine's victory is," said Kharkiv Pride Co-organizer Anna Sharyhina. "Just as important to us is the fight for equal rights and the protection of the LGBTQ+ community. People who are fighting, risking their lives, cannot be denied the rights they deserve." This highlights the dual struggle for national sovereignty and LGBTQ+ rights amidst ongoing conflict.
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