Deputy Minister of Defense of Ukraine Hannah Malaryar:
Fights are for Happiness and Stanyits цю Lugansk. Russian armed forces have repeatedly tried to force the river and curse our line of defense.
Ukrainian units respond promptly to the situation and give an ounce to the enemy. Currently Happiness is under the full control of the Ukrainian military.
During the battle, the enemy suffered heavy losses in life strength and technique and retreated.
Soldiers of the Russian Armed Forces were imprisoned.
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Appeal of the Minister of Defense of Ukraine:
"Dear Ukrainians!
Russian invaders spread fakes as if some of the government officials want to leave their jobs. This is misinformation. Can't wait.
I am in Kiev. In accordance with the safety protocol, as well as for holding urgent meetings, the location of stay has to be changed. All Deputy Minister of Defense work according to their functional duties. The Ministry of Defense and the General Staff are all on the spot and performing their duties.
The Defense Administration is fully controlled and implemented in all directions where Russia attacked our country. I am constantly in contact with the command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the President of Ukraine and the Prime Minister of Ukraine. I also negotiate with international partners.
The army continues to cause significant losses to the enemy, to destroy equipment and personal squad of the invaders.
We will surely win!
Glory to Ukraine! "