President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy presented the Golden Star orders to servicemen of the Armed Forces of Ukraine who were awarded the title of Hero of Ukraine and to family members of the warriors who were posthumously awarded this title.
The solemn ceremony took place in the White Hall of Heroes of Ukraine at the Mariyinsky Palace in Kyiv.
The Head of State stressed that it is a great honor for him to award the heroes who are in our history and always remain in our memory. After all, they are fighting for our lives and freedom, for an opportunity for millions of Ukrainians to be with their families in their homes.
"We will always be grateful to all those who stood up for our country in this war waged by Russia. And we will always remember each and every one who gave life for Ukraine and for each of us," Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.
The President reminded that today is the 65th day of Ukraine's full-scale war for its land against Russia.
"Russia hoped that we would not withstand even five days. But thanks to the heroes who are here today among us, thanks to our unity and desire to live freely, we are fighting," he said.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine will beat the occupiers until it liberates its land and its people.
The Head of State thanked all those who are now on the frontline, who are doing everything in their power to help Ukraine win.
"And Ukraine will definitely win," he said.
The President noted that on behalf of the entire Ukrainian people he bows his head to the relatives of the heroes who died for Ukraine.
"In this hall of the Mariyinsky Palace, where we met the highest guests of the state, we express our highest respect to our heroes. In this White Hall of Heroes of Ukraine, we award those thanks to whom Ukraine lives," said Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
