Kirill BudanovWe have to stand up for each other, and we will be able to overcome anything
Chief of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine Kirill Budanov addressed Ukrainians with Christmas greetings, noting that For twelfth year in a row, Ukraine celebrates Christmas in the midst of war.
About the price of the holiday
Budanov emphasised that this Christmas for many Ukrainian families You will miss your loved ones at the festive table - those who are currently at the frontline, defending the Ukrainian sky, saving lives, being in captivity or returned from the battles on the shield.
On unity and the choice of struggle
The DIU Chief emphasised that Ukrainians are one big family, for which the most valuable are traditions, language, culture and native land.
«That's why we chose to fight for our own and our people,» Budanov said.
About hope and responsibility
According to him, it is especially important now to support each other, be responsible citizens and ward off discouragement.
«We have to stand up for each other, support our loved ones, be responsible citizens, and ward off despondency. Then we will be able to overcome everything,» he stressed.
A symbol of Christmas
Kirill Budanov also emphasised that Christmas is a symbol of love, hope and the cyclical movement of goodness, which always conquers the darkness.
«And it will be!» the DIU chief assured.







