The President of Ukraine visited the Armed Forces units that were distinguished in the Bakhmut direction and presented state awards

During his working trip to Donetsk region, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky visited the units of the Armed Forces of the operational-strategic group of Khortytsia troops, which were distinguished in heavy battles in the Bakhmut direction. The commander of Khortytsia was the Colonel-General Alexander Sirsky reported to the Head of State on a detailed operational situation in this direction and the prospects of its development.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy also talked with servicemen and presented them with state awards. “Dear our heroes, I have the honor to be here and, first of all, thank you for the protection of our country, sovereignty, our families, children, our native Ukraine. I want to thank you, reward you all and shake your hand with great gratitude to you, your families, your parents for being that you have such, ”said the Commander -in -Chief, addressing the defenders of Ukraine.

The president wished the soldiers health and be sure to win. “Ukraine is proud of each of you. You are cool, strong. Our real Ukrainians. And everyone in the country that is not on the front is well aware that you are doing the hardest job today. And everyone knows that the eastern direction is very complicated, hot here. Therefore, I am sure that you will make a big contribution to the future victory, ”Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized.

In particular, the head of state awarded the title of Hero of Ukraine and presented the Order of the Golden Star Oleg Oliy, the commander of the airmobile company of the 81st Separate Brigade military opponent. After the injuries, the officer repeatedly refused hospitalization and remained with his brothers on the battlefield. Today, Oleg Oli celebrates her birthday. The President congratulated him on the holiday and thanked him for the service.