Santa Clara County Honors Ukrainian Children Killed in War as Peace Talks Continue
In a poignant display of solidarity, Santa Clara County has erected a memorial to honor the hundreds of Ukrainian children who have lost their lives in the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. The installation, which features 664 angels, is a powerful tribute to the innocent victims of war.
The memorial's presence in the county building where Supervisor Otto Lee works serves as a stark reminder of the devastating impact of the war on civilians, particularly children. Lee, who has three daughters himself, expressed his deep concern for the children who could have been his own if he were living in Ukraine. "It's horrific in many ways, especially with how the war has been carried out," he said.
The memorial is part of a larger effort to raise awareness about the human cost of conflict. Ulia Gosart, an Assistant Professor at San Jose State University and native of Ukraine, noted that the display serves as a stark reminder of the brutality of modern warfare, which often targets innocent civilians, including children. "It reminds us of the cost of contemporary wars, that children have to pay with their own lives," she said.
Despite the somber tone, there is a sense of hope on the horizon. A US official has confirmed that a potential peace deal is in place after talks with Russian and Ukrainian delegations overseas. The prospect of an end to the nearly four-year conflict brings relief to many, including Lee, who expressed his desire for a "just peace" to stop the killing and missile attacks.
The memorial will remain on display until the end of the month before being replaced by a similar tribute for Palestinian children. Until then, it serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by innocent civilians abroad and the importance of never forgetting their struggles.
In a poignant display of solidarity, Santa Clara County has erected a memorial to honor the hundreds of Ukrainian children who have lost their lives in the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. The installation, which features 664 angels, is a powerful tribute to the innocent victims of war.
The memorial's presence in the county building where Supervisor Otto Lee works serves as a stark reminder of the devastating impact of the war on civilians, particularly children. Lee, who has three daughters himself, expressed his deep concern for the children who could have been his own if he were living in Ukraine. "It's horrific in many ways, especially with how the war has been carried out," he said.
The memorial is part of a larger effort to raise awareness about the human cost of conflict. Ulia Gosart, an Assistant Professor at San Jose State University and native of Ukraine, noted that the display serves as a stark reminder of the brutality of modern warfare, which often targets innocent civilians, including children. "It reminds us of the cost of contemporary wars, that children have to pay with their own lives," she said.
Despite the somber tone, there is a sense of hope on the horizon. A US official has confirmed that a potential peace deal is in place after talks with Russian and Ukrainian delegations overseas. The prospect of an end to the nearly four-year conflict brings relief to many, including Lee, who expressed his desire for a "just peace" to stop the killing and missile attacks.
The memorial will remain on display until the end of the month before being replaced by a similar tribute for Palestinian children. Until then, it serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by innocent civilians abroad and the importance of never forgetting their struggles.
. It's just another PR move to calm everyone down before something else goes down. I mean, what's the point of honoring these kids when more are just going to get killed? The fact that they're replacing this memorial with one for Palestinian kids is just a cheap attempt to say 'we care' about all victims of conflict... meanwhile, the war never really ends 
. And let's be real, how many of these kids were actually killed by Russian forces versus accidents or something else? We'll probably never know the truth 
I feel really sad seeing those 664 angels representing the kids who didn't make it to adulthood. It's like they're still here with us, reminding us that war is such a loss 
. What do you think about this memorial being set up in a county building? Is it a good idea to put something so somber in a place where people come to work every day? 
I just saw this thread and I'm still trying to wrap my head around it... 664 angels? That's insane! I feel so bad for those Ukrainian kids, can't even imagine what they went through. It's crazy how these things bring back the pain all over again 
. I've been following this war thing since the beginning, and it's just heartbreaking to see the innocent lives lost. The fact that there's hope now though... that's a great sign! Fingers crossed for a peaceful resolution 
. And to think about Otto Lee, who has three daughters himself, having to see these innocent kids' faces every day... ugh, my heart just can't take it anymore 
. Can we just please, for the love of all that's holy, make peace already?! 