For 26 years, the Center for Special Operations "A" within the SBU has conducted thousands of special operations and detentions. This is the combat unit of the Service, where there is complete dedication and unconditional risk. And it's really teamwork.

The Center performs the most difficult tasks, which require maximum concentration, clear planning and quick response. And every fighter knows that not only the joint result, but also the life of blood brother can depend on his actions.

Over the years, the Center has lost more than one fighter. Your work is risky both in peacetime and even more when a hybrid war is going on in the east of our country.

The CSO "A" employees were the first on the front line of the Joint Forces Operation area and, unfortunately, the first to lose their blood brother in April 2014. But with each human loss, you only get stronger. And you honourably continue to defend Ukraine for Ukrainians!

I wish all the staff of the CSO "A" resilience, courage and good health to counter modern challenges and threats. And return to your families after each operation! 

Sincerely,

Head of the Security Service of Ukraine                                  Ivan Bakanov