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President Volodymyr Zelensky said on 10 November, in a meeting with cultural workers marking Culture Workers and Folk Artists Day, that Ukrainian culture and art are a powerful voice heard abroad. Ukrinform reported that he said Ukrainians are united by the understanding that culture and art are essential and form part of the country's diplomacy. Zelensky thanked artists for spreading the truth about events in Ukraine around the world and for helping keep up the spirit of both military personnel and civilians at home. He said Ukrainian troops are doing everything they can to protect cultural heritage sites, and that Ukraine is working to restore those damaged by Russian attacks. He also presented state awards to cultural figures, including singer Taras Topolia, writer Lyubko Deresh and actor Andrii Isaienko. Separately, Ukrinform reported that the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Fund plans to raise 15 million euros by the end of next year.