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vinok n

A traditional Ukrainian wreath chiefly decorated with flowers and other plant parts, which is worn by women and girls as a headdress. Today was formerly Defenders Day in Ukraine, which was first celebrated in 2015 following the 2014 Revolution of Dignity to honour the defenders of the nation. The date was shifted to 1 October following a calendar reform in 2023.

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