President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky addressed the nation on the anniversary of the liberation from Russian occupiers of Snake Island. He stated that the Ukrainians are stronger than anyone thinks.
The head of state also named the Heroes who died in the battles for the Ukrainian island by name. The corresponding video was published on the President’s Telegram channel.
“Today is the first anniversary of the liberation of Zmeinoye from the Russian invaders. This is one of our most significant victories. Remember? Last year in the spring, no one expected from Ukraine that we would be able to implement, in particular, and this is a fundamental defense task: to ensure the safety of Zmeinoye, which means “, a large part of the Black Sea area. But our soldiers did it. Russian terrorists needed Serpentine to destroy the entire south of our country, our beautiful Odessa and other cities. Us. Our soldiers stopped them and drove them out of Serpentine. Ukraine and Ukrainians are much stronger than someone thinks about us, sometimes more than we used to think about ourselves,” Zelensky said.
The head of state thanked everyone who fired Serpentine! We are talking about the Main Intelligence Directorate, together with other components of the defense and security forces of our state, which carried out this operation. The Main Directorate of Intelligence and the Alpha Special Forces of the SBU, the Naval Forces and Army Aviation, the Command of the Ground Forces, the Aviation of the Air Force and our strong border guards also took part in this.
“And we will always remember our heroes, our soldiers who gave their lives for this Ukrainian victory. Of those whose names can now be called…” he added.
In particular, they gave their lives for the independence of Ukraine and, in particular, for the liberation of the island:
Fighters GUR: Ruslan Popov, Hero of Ukraine, captain of the 1st rank; Oleg Zaitsev, Hero of Ukraine, junior lieutenant; Vitaly Ignatenko, Hero of Ukraine, soldier.
Soldiers of “Alpha” SBU: Volodymyr Kiselyov, Hero of Ukraine, captain; Oleksandr Krikunenko, Hero of Ukraine, major. Navy soldiers: Igor Bedzai, Hero of Ukraine, Colonel; Mikhail Zaremba, major; Sergey Muschitsky, captain; Yuri Pirog, staff sergeant.
“Eternal memory! Eternal memory and glory to all who give their lives for our beautiful Ukraine to live! Glory to Ukraine!” the President emphasized.
In addition, Zelensky said that he had held a meeting of the Headquarters today.
“Long and very detailed on several issues. The commander-in-chief and commanders reported both on the general defense situation and on specific areas of our defense and our offensive actions,” he specified.
It is noted that during this day there is also progress in all areas of our active actions.
Also during the Headquarters, supplies of ammunition for artillery were considered – for the east, south.
“Although our work with partners for the sake of shells for Ukrainian soldiers is already at its maximum, we will make it even more active. Tightening our artillery is an obvious priority, and all international affairs officers have received additional tasks today,” the president said.
We separately considered the situation in the north, in particular, on the territory of Belarus. There were reports from our intelligence: GUR, foreign intelligence, border guard intelligence. Report of the head of the SBU.
“We are very carefully analyzing every fact and any prospects in all areas. By the decision of the Headquarters, Commander-in-Chief Zaluzhny and General Naev were instructed to strengthen the northern direction in order to guarantee peace. There are appropriate deadlines,” Zelensky said.
The head of state also thanked Denmark and personally Mrs. Matte Frederiksen for the new defense package for Ukraine: artillery shells, air defense missiles, mine clearance equipment.
“Held several meaningful preparatory meetings today – both regarding the internal context in our state, relevant domestic measures, and international events. A very fundamental period of foreign policy begins. This is work for the sake of expanding the world through expanding our security capabilities, our alliances and cooperation. The following the weeks will be very active, and the positions of our state are clearly defined, all our officials know what to do,” Zelensky concluded.
As reported by OBOZREVATEL:
– He spoke about the departure of the Russians from the island Captain of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Miroslav Gai. According to him, the Ukrainian special operation on Serpentine shocked the invaders – as a result, they were forced to make a “goodwill gesture.”
– On the night of February 11, the enemy dropped four air bombs to Serpentine. Fortunately, there were no casualties or injuries.
– So the occupiers sent a signal to their audience through propaganda, having nothing to brag about in reality, explained in OK “South”.
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2023-06-30 16:57:19
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