Working Trip of the President to the Donetsk and Kharkiv Regions
Volodymyr Zelenskyy Visited the Defenders of Pokrovsk and Spoke with the Commanders of the Drone Line
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi visited the command post of the Tactical Group Pokrovsk, where he received reports and awarded the warriors.
Acting Commander Yurii Madiar reported on the defense of the Pokrovsk direction, including the operational situation, how the brigades within the group are carrying out their missions, the Russian occupiers' intentions, and their forces and means.
The Head of State awarded the warriors with the Orders of Bohdan Khmelnytsky, II and III classes.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy also met with Madyar, Achilles, Hasan, Veres and Zemlyak, the Commanders of the Drone Line, which brought together the finest unmanned systems units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The President was briefed on the first results of the project's work during the operation in the Kursk region, as well as in the Donetsk direction and other key areas.
They discussed further development and expansion of the project, funding, and deregulation to ensure greater autonomy for the units.
The President Visited the 59th Unmanned Systems Brigade, Received the Situation Report, and Presented State Awards to the Warriors
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi visited the command post of the 59th Separate Assault Brigade of Unmanned Systems named after Yakiv Handziuk.
The Commander of the 59th Separate Assault Brigade Bohdan Shevchuk reported on the situation within the brigade's area of responsibility and its engagement with neighboring units.
Additionally, the Head of State received a report on the use of unmanned systems, electronic warfare equipment, and robotic complexes. The brigade has its own production of these systems and is actively adopting innovative technologies.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded the Orders of Bohdan Khmelnytsky, II and III classes, to the warriors present and passed the awards to other servicemembers of the brigade.
“Thank you for this opportunity to award you personally, to thank you on behalf of Ukraine, on behalf of all Ukrainians. Thank you for defending our state – for standing firm and strong. We wish health to your families and loved ones – this is very important – to all of you. We wish you victory. Thank you for your service,” the President said.
The Head of State also spoke with the unit commanders. In particular, they discussed the recruitment and training of new pilots, as well as the military's perspective on the security guarantees Ukraine requires. The commanders expressed the need for specific types of weapons and equipment.
Situation at the Front and Preparations for the Meeting with the American Team: The President Held a Meeting of the Military Cabinet
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting of the Military Cabinet in Kharkiv.
The Head of State received reports from Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi, Minister of Defense Rustem Umerov, and Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Andrii Hnatov. The meeting was also attended by Head of the Presidential Office Andriy Yermak and Deputy Head of the Office Pavlo Palisa.
The parties discussed the situation at the front and the developments in the key directions: Zaporizhzhia, Donetsk, Kharkiv, Sumy, as well as the course of the operation in the Kursk region.
Special emphasis was placed on preparations for the meeting with the American delegation, which will take place tomorrow, March 23, in Saudi Arabia.
The President Visited the Command Posts of the Operational Tactical Group Kharkiv and the 13th Khartiia Operational Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited the command post of the Operational Tactical Group Kharkiv in the Kharkiv region and received a report from the Commander.
According to Viktor Solimchuk, the Russian occupiers have not stopped their attempts to expand their footholds in the northern part of the Kharkiv region. He reported on the enemy's maneuvers, assault actions, the number of troops and equipment, as well as the results of the Operational Tactical Group Kharkiv in recent months, the losses inflicted, and the upcoming tasks to liberate Ukrainian cities and villages.
They also discussed tactics for combating various types of Russian drones, the use of electronic warfare and interceptor drones. The Commander also reported on efforts to protect civilians in Kharkiv and the region from UAVs.
The President thanked the warriors for their service in the name of Ukraine and awarded them the Orders of Bohdan Khmelnytsky, II and III classes.
“Deepest respect to your brothers-in-arms who, unfortunately, are no longer with us, but they will always be part of our country's history. I bow to their families and friends with great respect and gratitude. I wish your families health, strength, resilience, and a just peace. I wish Ukraine victory,” the Head of State said.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy also visited the command post of the 13th Khartiia Operational Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine, which is carrying out the task of liberating the Kharkiv region.
The President received a report from Brigade Commander Ihor Obolenskyi on the current situation in his unit's area of responsibility.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy was briefed on the digitalized analysis and management system developed by the brigade.
The Head of State spoke with the servicemembers and thanked them for defending Ukraine and all our people. The President honored the warriors with state awards, including the Orders “For Courage,” II and III classes, and medals.
“I want to thank you for truly bringing Ukraine closer to a lasting and just peace, to victory. We all deeply want this, and every step is important. Khartiia's results are high. I am thankful for this outcome. I am grateful that the enemy loses many times more than we do. I think this is a great advantage that we have – intelligence and such an attitude towards our people. Thank you for that,” the President said.
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