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The Head of State emphasized that Antony Blinken's visit is an important demonstration of US leadership positions and a sign of solidarity with Ukraine during the full-scale invasion of Russia. The President noted the tangible support of the United States for the sovereignty of our state.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized that the draft state budget for 2023 will provide more than UAH 1 trillion for the security and defense sector, as well as indexation of pensions. He announced this in a video address, commenting on the results of the meeting with the Prime Minister, the Minister of Finance and the relevant Deputy Head of the Office of the President.

The National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine on Wednesday decided to apply restrictive measures to 606 individuals who belong to the leadership of the Russian Federation. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced this in a video address.

On the occasion of the 30th anniversary of military intelligence of Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with servicemen of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine and presented state awards.

“Freedom always has different manifestations but the most important of many is the ability to work for your benefit, for the benefit of your children and the one of your country. In Ukraine, we are fighting for everything that you have. We stand so that every Ukrainian would enjoy all the manifestations of freedom available to a free person in a democratic society,” the Head of State said.

The Head of State noted that after the start of the full-scale war, even those Ukrainian websites that were subjected to the most powerful cyber attacks endured, in particular the portal of the National Bank, the websites of the ministries and the Office of the President of Ukraine.

During the meeting, the Supreme Commander-in-Chief was informed about the operational situation along the entire frontline. In particular, the defense forces succeeded in destroying missile depots, bases, headquarters and logistical routes of the Russian invaders. An active counter-battery fight is being conducted in certain areas to suppress the enemy's forces.

The Commander-in-Chief and commanders of operational areas, the head of intelligence reported on the situation on the frontline.

A consistent policy of sanctions against Russia and visa restrictions for the citizens of this state should make the aggressor feel the price of war, contribute to the strengthening of Ukraine's position and therefore to the achievement of peace. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said this during a conversation with the participants of the Ambrosetti Forum.

"We are grateful and highly appreciate this help. We perceive it as partnership and friendly, warm relations between our states," Volodymyr Zelenskyy noted.