An exact reproduction of a Soviet-era mosaic destroyed during Russia’s 2022 siege of Mariupol was unveiled in Kyiv’s Maidan Square on Thursday (June 12), offering a sense of cultural resilience and identity in times of war.
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- The original Boriveter mosaic in Mariupol was destroyed during the 2022 siege. 8s
- Ukrainian artists rebuilt the mosaic from scratch and installed it in Kyiv. 13s
- The project was a collaboration between Horska's family fund, non-profits, and private companies. 1m 14s
- Alla Horska, the original artist, was a dissident believed to have been assassinated in 1970. 59s
- The unveiling resonated with displaced Ukrainians, serving as a symbol of resilience and memory. 1m 51s