Watch: Frozen river hosts dance party in Kyiv

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete January 31, 2026 at 03:45 PM

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Despite ongoing power cuts and freezing temperatures due to Russian attacks, residents of Kyiv, Ukraine, are finding ways to maintain morale. A dance party was recently held on the frozen Dnipro River. According to a BBC report by Abdujalil Abdurasulov, the gathering was intended to demonstrate the resilience and strength of the Ukrainian people. The event, filmed by Dmytro Vlasov and produced by Stewart Maclean, aimed to send a message to the world that Ukrainians remain strong despite the difficult circumstances. The dance party provided a moment of joy and unity amidst the ongoing conflict.

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Stewart Maclean 50% Dmytro Vlasov 50% Abdujalil Abdurasulov 70% BBC 70% Russia 80% Dnipro River 80% Ukraine 90% Kyiv 90%

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ukraine 90% kyiv 80% frozen river 70% dance party 70% russian attacks 60% power cuts 60% dnipro river 50% winter temperatures 50% resilience 40%

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