On behalf of the people of Ukraine I wish you strong health, happiness and well-being, and to all the Britons – peace, prosperity and bright impressions from this festive day, - the President wrote in his letter to the Queen.

Petro Poroshenko also expressed gratitude for the priceless support and assistance which Her Majesty’s Government isrendering to Ukraine in this uneasy time of struggle for the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.