I expect the Ministry of Defense to expand the operational scope of our deep-strike capabilities, work with Ukrainian weapons manufacturers to provide greater opportunities to defend Ukrainian airspace, and, together with our partners, expand the capabilities of our defensive and offensive operations.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy presented 25 housing certificates to Heroes of Ukraine and the families of warriors who were awarded this title posthumously.

The Head of State congratulated the ambassadors on the beginning of their diplomatic missions in our country and briefed them on relations between the countries, diplomatic efforts to end the war, Russia’s intensifying attacks, and the need to support Ukraine ahead of winter.

First Lady of Ukraine Olena Zelenska, together with Prime Minister Sergii Koretskyi and Minister of Education and Science Andrii Butenko, took part in the annual national education conference “ Serpneva-2026,” organized by the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine under the slogan “Education Is Everyone’s Responsibility.”

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Affairs and Development Cooperation of Belgium Maxime Prévot.

The Head of State emphasized that Ukraine is once again restoring the highest form of historical justice – justice for itself: bringing home an outstanding son of the Ukrainian people.

Colonel Konovalets has returned to the very Ukraine he fought for and wanted to see. A strong, sovereign, independent Ukraine. A Ukraine that honors and develops its army.