Wednesday, December 6, 2023, marked the commemoration of the Day of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
For the second year in a row, Ukrainians marked the Day of the Armed Forces amid the Russian full-scale invasion.
On December 6, 1991, the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine passed the laws, “On the Armed Forces of Ukraine’ and “On the Defense of Ukraine.”
On December 13, 1991, the Verkhovna Rada (Ukrainian parliament) endorsed the Concept of Defense and Development of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, which determined the main principles and areas of the development of the Ukrainian Army.
According to the world’s Military Strength Ranking by Global Firepower, Ukraine ranks 15th place from among 145 world powers.
In a video address while walking to the Wall of Remembrance, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated the armed forces of Ukraine.
He said, “Today there is only one expression – “well done”. There is only one emotion – gratitude. And there is only one wish – victory.”
He urged Commanders take care of their soldiers.
The Ukrainian President also pointed to his country’s situation amid its fight against Russia’s invasion.
“It’s slippery, but I know we’ll make it. In every sense. Because I know that we are actually walking together. It was hard, but we endured. It’s not easy now, but we are progressing. No matter how difficult it may be, we will get there.
“To our borders, to our people. To our peace. A just peace. A free peace. Against all odds. Together with you. And thanks to you, our people, our Armed Forces of Ukraine.”
Volodymyr Zelenskyy
In addition, Zelenskyy asserted that for each and every Ukrainian, the Wall of Remembrance will be a reminder and “will serve as a wall for our spirit.”
“A wall that fear, despondency, despair, discord, or the thought of giving up won’t break through. We are strong. We are the wall. We stand,” he added.
Upon reaching the wall of remembrance, Zelenskyy laid flowers, honouring the memory of Ukrainian defenders who gave their lives for the country.
The honor guard warriors laid a wreath of flowers from the Ukrainian people at the Wall of Remembrance.
A moment of silence was observed in respect to the fallen heroes.
Zelenskyy Visits Soldiers At The Hospital
Moreover, the Ukrainian President visited wounded servicemen who are undergoing treatment in one of the hospitals in Kyiv.
There, Zelenskyy expressed gratitude to the military.
“Thank you for your service, for defending the state,” he said.
“I wish you a speedy recovery and victory. Gratitude from all of us, from all the people of Ukraine for your heroism. Without a doubt, without superfluous words,” the Ukrainian President added.
Zelenskyy conversed with the soldiers, asking about their military path, their health, needs, and treatment conditions.
Zelenskyy also presented the warriors with high state awards.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also talked to the medical staff of the institution.
He thanked the doctors for saving the lives of the military and helping the soldiers recover.
“I want to thank you on behalf of thousands of people whose lives you have saved. I talked to the guys today. Some of them are smiling, some want to go back to the front. But what is most important is that you have brought them back to life. Thank you.”
Volodymyr Zelenskyy
The President presented the medics with the Orders of Princess Olga, III class, and the Orders of Danylo Halytskyi.
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