President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky presented state awards to the staff of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) on the occasion of the 33rd anniversary of the creation of a special service. The solemn ceremony took place on Tuesday, March 25. This was reported by the press service of the Head of State.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy noted the important role of the SBU in counteracting Russian aggression. According to him, the intelligence service has become one of the key forces in defense of the country both on the front and rear.
"During the years of this war, the SBU became a truly combat special service, very effective, very strong. It is the one needed by our country .
The President noted the SBU's contribution to the Battle of the Black Sea, where Ukrainian forces strike the Russian Navy and the military infrastructure of the occupiers. He also emphasized the importance of operations for the destruction of Russian oil refining facilities.
In addition to combat missions, the SBU continues to work on ensuring the country's internal security. Zelensky thanked the staff of the special service for the successful fight against Russian sabotage, agent networks and enemy's kyerpressions.
"Every such disrupted surgery is saved lives of Ukrainians. Thank you," the President emphasized.
For prominent services to the state, SBU staff received high state awards:
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Order of Merit II and III degrees
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Order of Bohdan Khmelnitsky II and III degrees
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Orders for Courage II and III degrees
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Order of Princess Olga III degree
These awards have become a symbol of recognition of the devotion and courage of the intelligence services who protect Ukraine's safety daily both on the battlefield and in the rear.
The Security Service of Ukraine continues to fulfill its mission, opposing the enemy and ensuring stability in the country.
