As part of the celebrations for Defenders Day, the country honored the courage of those who defended our homeland during its most challenging times. This was reported by the head of the OVA, Oleg Kiper.

Three veterans, who displayed undeniable bravery in combat and continue to support their comrades in civilian life, were awarded the President of Ukraine's distinction 'For the Defense of Ukraine':

• Volodymyr Yermakov – head of 'Veteran HUB'  Odesa;
• Valery Serbin – deputy head of 'Veteran HUB' Odesa;
• Artem Nazimkin – a specialist in supporting war veterans and demobilized individuals  Odesa.

The awards were presented by the Minister of Veterans Affairs of Ukraine, Natalia Kalmykova. Thank you to our heroes! Odesa is proud of you!