Zelenskyy: Ukraine Will Resist Russian Aggression, Victory Is the Goal
Speaking on the Day of Defenders of Ukraine, President Zelenskyy highlighted that Ukraine’s existence is a testament to the resilience of its people, surviving numerous attempts at conquest. He emphasized that despite historical efforts to erase Ukraine, it has endured and will continue to withstand Russian aggression. Zelenskyy acknowledged that over 1,600 Ukrainians from various defense and security forces were being awarded state honors. The Day of Defenders, which honors Ukrainian defenders, was established in 2014 and observed on October 1st starting in 2023.
John Q. Hosedrinker