On August 23, 2026, on the highest peak of Ukraine — Mount Hoverla (2061 m) — the official registration of a Ukrainian record in the “First Time” category took place. The event was dedicated to the 35th anniversary of Ivano-Frankivsk Regional Television “Halychyna” and the 35th anniversary of Ukraine’s Independence.
The official title of the registered record is: “The highest television broadcast of Ukraine, conducted on the summit of Mount Hoverla, with the participation of 35 military personnel and veterans and the hoisting of 35 state flags of Ukraine on the occasion of the 35th anniversary of Ivano-Frankivsk Regional Television ‘Halychyna’ and the 35th anniversary of Ukraine’s Independence.”
The official record-holders of the Book of World Records are:
- Ivano-Frankivsk Regional Television “Halychyna” represented by General Director Ihor Debenko;
- Nataliia Farmus — initiator of the record and broadcast host.
This project was not merely a television event, but a profound expression of gratitude and respect to those who fight for the freedom of our state every day. The central figures of the special episode were 35 Ukrainian military personnel and veterans of the Russo-Ukrainian war. At an altitude of 2061 meters, the defenders unfolded a 35-meter blue-and-yellow banner and raised 35 state flags of Ukraine, creating a powerful symbol of resilience, unity, and faith in Victory.
All 35 military personnel and veterans who participated in the event were also awarded official diplomas as record participants.
The official record diplomas were presented by Maksym Kremin, a veteran of the Russo-Ukrainian war, combat participant, and Chief Specialist of the Secretariat of the Commissioner for Human Rights of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine in Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast.
The 60-minute outdoor special project “Weekly Summary” at the summit of the Carpathians brought together the stories of people whose heroism shapes the modern history of Ukraine, proving that the highest peaks are conquered by those united by love for their native land.
