Colorado Ukrainians Gather At State Capitol To Honor Those Killed In War-Torn Country – CBS Denver

DENVER (CBS4)– Unlike other gatherings at the state Capitol, Friday’s event brought a somber feeling.

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“If you ask anyone Ukrainian who has relatives or family, they feel wounded,” said Taras Overchuk, who still has family in Ukraine.

Several Colorado Ukrainians gathered to host a vigil to honor the civilians who were killed in the war-torn country this week. One-by-one they lit candles honoring the hundreds of Bucha victims and those killed in other parts of the country. Ukrainian officials have accused Russia of committing war crimes and genocide on its people in Bucha. Many who attended were draped in Ukraine flags and placed flowers at the front of the steps.

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“This is not something Ukrainians wanted,” Overchuk said. “It’s a mix of anger…