Zelensky Honors Hundreds of Ukrainian Soldiers, Including Fallen Heroes
The Ukrainian president awarded over 450 defenders for their bravery, with 202 receiving posthumous recognition, and highlighted individual acts of heroism.
- President Volodymyr Zelensky awarded state honors to 453 Ukrainian soldiers, recognizing their courage in defending Ukraine’s sovereignty; 202 of the awards were given posthumously.
- Dmytro Maslovsky, a soldier who died in hand-to-hand combat after eliminating four Russian troops, was posthumously named a Hero of Ukraine, the nation’s highest honor.
- Maslovsky’s final battle near Trudove, Donetsk, garnered international attention after a video of it went viral, showcasing his bravery and skill.
- Zelensky also acknowledged soldiers who captured North Korean troops reportedly fighting for Russia, praising their role in the Kursk operation.
- These awards follow earlier decrees this month recognizing nearly 1,000 service members, including 640 posthumously, for their sacrifices in the ongoing conflict.
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