Ambassador of Ukraine to Germany Andriy Melnyk. File photoBERLIN, May 7. Ukrainian Ambassador to Germany Andriy Melnyk called the decision of the Berlin police to ban the use of the state flags of Ukraine during commemorative events on May 8 and 9 «a slap in the face of the Ukrainian people» «We are shocked that the Berlin police banned the wearing of flags associated with Ukraine on May 8 and 9. This is a slap in the face for Ukraine and the Ukrainian people,» Melnyk said in an interview with the RND media group. 96a0e276b1214672cf6c602b051779e7.jpg» />The Germans put the Ukrainian ambassador in his place after his words about Victory Day in EuropeEarlier, the Berlin police published a message in German, Russian and Ukrainian about the rules of conduct in the city during commemorative events on May 8 and 9. So, on the territory of military memorials these days it is forbidden to demonstrate Russian or Ukrainian flags, St. George ribbons, images of the Latin letters V and Z, wear military uniforms, include military songs. The rules are valid for two days, exceptions are made for diplomatic delegations and veterans.
