President Zelensky visited frontline positions near Kupiansk
Source: president Volodymyr Zelensky
On February 19, it became known that President Volodymyr Zelenskyi, during his trip to Kharkiv region, visited the battalion command post of the 14th separate mechanized brigade, which defends Kupiansk.
Zelensky noted that during the visit, important issues were discussed with the military leadership. The president also talked with the soldiers and presented them with awards.
‘It is always an honor to be with our defenders. Thank you from all Ukrainians, from all of Ukraine, for doing such a great job every day, for protecting the state, our families, independence, our sovereignty!’ Zelensky wrote.
The president also discussed the provision of units with equipment, ammunition and other urgent needs of the soldiers.
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