Greetings of Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine Oleksandr Turchynov on the occasion of the Day of the Land Forces of Ukraine

 I sincerely congratulate the Ukrainian soldiers on the Day of the Land Forces of Ukraine!

The Land Forces are the basis of the combat strength of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the glory and power of the army. Today, the Land Forces play a decisive role in the anti-terrorist operation in the East of our country. Thanks to your professionalism, valor and heroism, we are repelling a mighty and violent enemy.

The servicemen of the Land Forces are an example of courage, honor, devotion to the Military oath and military traditions, the will to victory, the execution of the most honorable mission of the warrior - to defend the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the State!

May the memory of the fallen heroes, who gave their lives selflessly defending Ukraine, live forever!

With all my heart, I want to express my gratitude for your daily military work, I wish you good health, peace and family comfort, to always win the enemy, remaining alive and intact!

May God save you, your families and our native country!