Zelensky visits “Heroes of Ukraine” in hospital

UKRAINE: Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky visited a military hospital in Kyiv region to meet soldiers injured while repelling the Russian attack. Zelensky also gave medal of honour to troops killed in the war and declared them “Heroes of Ukraine”.

The Independent reported that Hutsul Volodymyr Olesksandrovych, a senior lieutenant, was one of the men awarded the title and a medal.

He was commemorated for destroying 25 units of Russian military equipment and killing about 300 invading soldiers.

Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence posted the photos of President Zelensky’s visit to the hospital, in which he is seen posing for selfies.

“Guys, get well soon. I believe that the best gift for your statement will be our common victory,” Zelensky told the injured soldiers, according to the English translation of the tweet posted by the Ukrainian Defence Ministry.

However, the exact location of the hospital has not been confirmed. Several news outlets have also posted the video of the Ukrainian President arriving at the hospital. People on social media appreciated the gesture shown by the Ukrainian President. “This is leadership at its best,” a Twitter user commented. Another Twitter user, a US Army veteran, posted: “I wish we had a President like him.”- NDTV