Overview
- - The Ukrainian author received the honor Saturday in Chemnitz, where Mayor Sven Schulze presented the prize at a city ceremony.
- - Andruchowytsch called the recognition a strong signal of support for his country, saying it shows Europeans stand with Ukraine.
- - The triennial award carries €20,000 and honors time-critical, courageous voices, with the jury citing his literary work, public engagement, and push for European understanding.
- - The presentation opened Chemnitz’s 35th Days of Jewish Culture, a festival tied to Stefan Heym’s Jewish heritage and political life.
- - In remarks linked to the event, he said he would address the war in Ukraine, noting it was the 1,515th day and urging remembrance of the victims.