Zelensky, Rutte honor fallen Ukrainian warriors in Kyiv

According to Ukrinform, Zelensky announced the ceremony on Facebook.

“We began the visit of NATO’s North Atlantic Council to Ukraine by honoring the memory of fallen Ukrainian warriors at the Wall of Remembrance,” Zelensky said.

According to the President, those attending the event included NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, Chair of the Alliance’s Military Committee Admiral Giuseppe Cavo Dragone, as well as permanent representatives and deputy permanent representatives of all 32 NATO member states.

“We deeply appreciate this sign of respect from the Alliance representatives toward our warriors, who defended our country and all of Europe from Russian evil. It is profoundly important to remember every single man and woman thanks to whom we have the opportunity to live freely and choose our own way of life. Blessed be the memory of the fallen Ukrainian defenders. Eternal honor to the heroes,” Zelensky emphasized.

As reported by Ukrinform, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte arrived in Kyiv on an official visit earlier on Tuesday.

Photo: Office of the President of Ukraine