The enemy thought they could defeat us quickly. But “those who are rooted cannot be broken, and those with a backbone cannot be bent.” We, Ukrainians, have sunk deep roots into our land, and our defenders possess the strongest backbone.
I congratulate all who stood up to defend Ukraine and stopped yet another reckless and ruthless enemy onslaught!
We wake up under the Ukrainian flag because you are standing guard!
My thanks go to everyone who holds the sea, the sky, and the land, who goes into battle, and who makes the impossible possible. You are the strength that allows our country to live, work, study, and dream.
You are the thread that ties together countless generations — from the princely retinues, Cossack regiments, and the warriors of liberation struggles, to the heroes of 2014 and today’s defenders. Their oaths, their banners are now in your hands. Donetsk region witnesses this continuity every day: where the lines stood a hundred years ago, you are holding them still.
I wish you strong health, loyal brothers- and sisters-in-arms, reliable equipment, and safe returns. May every mission end with the word “accomplished”, and may every day bring good news from the front.
Glory to Ukraine!