Ukrainian Veterans Conducted a Swim Across the Bosphorus on Independence Day

• Oleg Tserkovny, a Ukrainian war veteran, conducted a swim across the Bosphorus with his fellow veterans.
• The swim took place on Ukraine's Independence Day.
• The photograph captures an important moment for the veterans.

ISTANBUL, Turkey — Ukrainian war veteran Oleg Tserkovny sent two of his fellow veterans to swim across the Bosphorus on the day of their country's independence.

This swim became a symbol of strength and resilience for Ukrainian veterans.

The photograph, prepared by AP editors, highlights this significant moment.

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