Ukraine marked independence day on Sunday commemorating its 1991 declaration of independence from the Soviet Union.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy delivered a speech emphasizing the nation’s resolve.

"With each passing year of this war, the pressure on Russia and their real losses are increasing. We know that peace is coming. Peace for Ukraine is getting closer," Zelenskyy said.

U.S. special envoy Keith Kellogg was in attendance at independence day celebrations in Kyiv, during which Zelenskyy awarded him the Ukrainian Order of Merit, of the 1st degree.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney also arrived in Kyiv on Sunday morning for meetings with Zelenskyy.