“We Are Waiting!” Ukrainian Stamp Set

“We Are Waiting!” (Ми чекаємо!) is a 2026 Ukrainian postage stamp set, Ukraine’s postal operator. It includes two sheets of six stamps, 12 stamps in total, and one First Day envelope. Released on August 24, 2026, for the 35th anniversary of Ukraine’s independence, it honors Ukrainian prisoners of war, people missing, and the families awaiting their return. A meaningful gift for people who stand with Ukraine For friends of Ukraine around the world, this set offers a tangible connection to the country’s art, history, and enduring hope. Keep it in your collection as a reminder of the people still waiting to come home, or give it to someone who holds Ukraine close. You do not need to be a stamp collector to appreciate its message of solidarity, dignity, and remembrance. What is included? One “Stork. Freedom” stamp sheet by Nikita Titov, containing 6 stamps. One “Messenger of Good” stamp sheet by Andriy Yermolenko, containing 6 stamps. One First Day envelope. The story behind the stamps The designs emerged from a nationwide competition organized by Ukrposhta and Ukraine’s Coordination Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War. Of 195 submissions, Nikita Titov’s “Stork. Freedom” won the public vote in the Diia app, and Andriy Yermolenko’s “Messenger of Good” placed second. Together, the designs express hope for the return of those held captive and those missing, while honoring the humanity that endures even in captivity. Product details Product: “We Are Waiting!” Ukrainian postage stamp set. Original Ukrainian name: «Ми чекаємо!». Issuer: Ukrposhta. Issue date: August 24, 2026. Commemorative occasion: 35th anniversary of Ukraine’s independence. Contents: 2 stamp sheets, 12 stamps total, and 1 First Day envelope. Stamp denomination: U. Artists credited by Ukrposhta: N. Titov, A. Yermolenko, and O. Kustovskyi. Who is this set for? A thoughtful choice for Ukraine supporters worldwide, members of the Ukrainian diaspora, collectors of Ukrainian stamps, and anyone seeking a symbolic gift of solidarity with Ukraine.