Dear Ukrainians and colleagues,

On October 14, we celebrate a meaningful and quite symbolic day for our country, as it unites religion, traditions and hands-on experience.

Regardless of time and historical context, every generation has its Heroes who successfully defend the Motherland. We will never deviate from this path, since this is an inevitable part of our national code.

Whatever enemy is in front of us, we always believe in victory. We know that no one and nothing will conquer the Ukrainian spirit.

Our fight is ongoing. We defend Ukraine in the east, in the international arena an even in hospital wards.

Each of us has its own mission, but our goal is common – prosperous and strong Ukraine. The Security Service of Ukraine does its best to turn this into reality. Together we will definitely achieve this and celebrate this holiday in Ukrainian Crimea, Luhansk and Donetsk.

I sincerely congratulate all the Ukrainian defenders and wish you and your families health and peace.

Glory to Ukraine!

The Head of the Security Service of Ukraine

Ivan Bakanov.