Morning speech by Defense Minister Oleksii Reznikov

Informatiion Department
27 February 2022, 06:57


72 hours of resistance.

Three days changed our country and the whole world forever.

Where are those who threatened to take Kyiv in two hours? Where are they? I don't see them. I only hear their excuses.

Instead, I see our heroic army, victorious guard, fearless border guards, reliable police officers, tireless doctors-angels — all of those who serve their duty.

I see thousands and thousands of citizens, who took up weapons, joined the territorial defense units to fight for the future of their children and grandchildren. For those who they love and for the remembrance of their ancestors.

For their Country.

Everyone sees you, the entire world!

We still have many obstacles in front of us. But we are not the only ones who believe in our victory.

Look around. Many people have finally defeated their fear and confronted Kremlin.

As each hour passes, more and more people understand that none of the European countries have such an army. None. Without this army and our people, Europe will never be safe. There will be no Europe without us.

That's why we are now receiving the help and support that was impossible to get three days ago.

The darkness will be gone. The dawn is close. We stand strong!