EU Court Declines Trademark for Iconic Ukrainian Slogan

The EU General Court rejected Ukraine's bid to trademark the wartime slogan 'Russian warship, go fuck yourself,' deeming it a political statement. The phrase gained prominence early in Russia's invasion, symbolizing Ukrainian defiance. Ukraine aimed to protect the slogan from misuse but the court upheld prior tribunal's decision.

Ukraine's attempt to trademark the wartime rallying cry 'Russian warship, go fuck yourself' has been denied by the EU General Court. The slogan, which resonates with Ukrainian defiance during Russia's invasion, was deemed a political statement rather than a commercial trademark.

The infamous phrase originated during a radio exchange between Ukrainian border guards on Snake Island and Russian officers from the Moskva ship, where the Ukrainians defiantly refused demands to surrender. The slogan quickly became a national symbol, featured on various merchandise and a postage stamp.

The court supported a previous tribunal's stance, stating that a trademark must indicate the origin of goods or services, not simply convey a political message. Despite the ruling, Ukraine's border guard service emphasizes the ongoing importance of preserving symbols of national heroism.

(With inputs from agencies.)