At the main command post of the 100th Separate Mechanized Brigade, which is defending Kostiantynivka on Pleshchiivka and Ivanopillia directions, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi met with the unit’s warriors.
Brigade Commander Colonel Ruslan Tkachuk gave the Head of State a detailed briefing on the operational situation within the 100th Separate Mechanized Brigade’s area of responsibility.
The President thanked the warriors for their service and for defending Ukraine, awarding the fighters who distinguished themselves during missions with the Orders of Bohdan Khmelnytsky, “For Courage,” and the Medal “For Saved Life.”
“I have the honor of awarding you. Today, we are in this direction, and the whole world is now speaking about Ukraine and the East, about our Donetsk and Luhansk regions. It is very difficult to defend our state in this sector. I am grateful to you for holding the line so firmly. Keep going. We will help in every way we can,” the President emphasized.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy also discussed with battalion commanders additional funding for drone procurement. According to the commanders, this will allow them to increase the number of hits on the enemy. The conversation also covered the electronic points system, the use of artillery in drone warfare, and the brigade’s needs. The Head of State noted that all issues raised will be addressed promptly.
