Ukraine

Ukraine is a country located in Eastern Europe. It is bordered by Belarus to the north, Russia to the northeast and east, the Sea of Azov to the southeast, Crimea to the south, Romania and Moldova to the southwest, and Hungary and Slovakia to the west. Ukraine is the largest country entirely in Europe, and its capital is Kyiv. The country has a rich cultural heritage and a diverse landscape that includes plains, mountains, and coastline along the Black Sea. Ukraine declared independence from the Soviet Union on August 24, 1991, and is known for its agricultural production, particularly in grains and sunflowers. The official language is Ukrainian, and the nation has a complex history influenced by various empires and neighboring nations.