Glasgow's George Square protest marks one year of Ukraine war

Groups stood in George Square on Friday, February 24 to protest Russia’s legal invasion of Ukraine.

Families were seen in tears while singing the Ukrainian national anthem after hearing more than 50,000 people have died as a result of the war.

The event involved a demonstration with speakers before a march through the city centre, which was organised by the Glasgow branch of the Association of Ukrainians in Great Britain (AUGB).

Huge crowds gathered in Glasgow (Image: Colin Mearns)

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Organisers at the event said: “We sincerely thank you for taking the time to demonstrate the unity and solidarity with Ukraine during this very difficult time.

“More than 13,000 military personnel and more than 40,000 civilians were killed as a result of Russian aggression during the full scale invasion.

“Let's remember those whose lives were taken by Russian ruthlessness. Eternal memory to all those who sacrificed their life for Ukraine.”

Susie Boyle stood up to the yobs who tried to shout over speakers at the event (Image: Sourced)

During the demonstration some yobs began hurling abuse and attempting to shout over speakers.

It was then Glasgow teacher Susie Boyd, 66, chased them away telling them “you need to go.”

Ukrainan regugees then thanked Susie with tears in their eyes for making them feel "welcome and safe".

Protesters brought signs to the event (Image: Sourced)

Speaking to the Glasgow Times after reporting them to police she said: “It was shameful, these people from Ukraine have lost so much and they don’t need this today.

“I teach Ukrainian children English so I have seen up close how this has affected them, that was just horrible to see people shout at them.

“It made me angry and compelled to ask her to be quiet, we all need to stand up for the refugees. It is the right thing to do.

“This is the worst of days for them, their country has been flattened and we need to protect and help them."

Protesters brought signs to the event (Image: Sourced)

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon tweeted: “One year on since Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine.

“Ukraine’s suffering is heart-breaking, but its courage and resilience continue to inspire.

“We stand in solidarity with the people of Ukraine, today and always, as they fight for freedom and democracy.”

The Association of Ukrainians in Great Britain was founded in 1946 by Ukrainians who came to Great Britain at the end of the Second World War, the AUGB is the largest representative body for Ukrainians and those of Ukrainian descent in the UK.