Federal MP for Blaxland, Jason Clare, who was among those who “stood in solidarity with Ukraine and its people in the face of Russian threats and coercion”, said “it is a dark and dangerous time for the people of Ukraine”.
“Our local Australian Ukrainian community feels this intensely. They have friends and family in real danger,” he said.
“I am sure all Australians stand with them in supporting Ukrainian independence and calling on Vladimir Putin to back off.”
Hundreds praying for Ukraine safety as invasion looms
HUNDREDS of people turned out at St Andrews Ukraine Catholic Church in Lidcombe (pictured) to pray and take a stand for peace as the threat of armed conflict in Ukraine increases.