Instead, she keeps his ashes at home. Even in the third year of Russia’s full-scale invasion, and over 10 years since the war began, Ukraine still does not have a national military cemetery. Many veterans and their families fear this neglect reflects a lack of respect for those who sacrificed their lives. It’s as if there were no Arlington National Cemetery in the United States – a sacred space for remembrance and a powerful symbol of national gratitude. "Even in the third year of Russia’s full-scale invasion, and over 10 years since the war began, Ukraine still does not have a national military cemetery." Ukrainians yearn for a similar space to honor their soldiers.“The state should have provided the best possible honoring of its fallen… there are certain sacred and infallible things in society.