During this war, 4 thousand 757 people were returned from captivity - the Presidential Appeal

I thank all our exchanges team: all the boys at the coordination headquarters, I want to thank each of our institutions - this is GUR, Presidential Office, Security Service, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, all who help. During this war, 4 thousand 757 people managed to return from captivity. And, of course, I am grateful to every soldier, every commander, all our units, which at the front provide replenishment of the exchange fund.

Our opportunity to return home is the result of the bravery of our soldiers, who skillfully fight and capture the occupier. We have to return all our people. Today, I congratulated the Ukrainian soldiers on the Day of Infantry. Motor infantry, mountain assaults, mechanized, small-scale units are the basis of the foundations of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the foundation of the army, all those who physically holds positions, who restores positions, who set our flag.

Ukraine stands because there is Ukrainian infantry. Because whatever happens, the front line and position of Ukraine are always where our infantrymen are. I thank all our soldiers! He spent the bet today. There were a few key questions. In particular, providing our army is financial support. The Minister of Finance of Ukraine reported. We work so that there is absolute stability in the monetary support of our soldiers.

Another important topic that was on the rate today is the protection of the Ukrainian sky, namely, the beat of the Shahaneda, in particular, with the help of other drones. It is one of the most advanced technologies of modern war. And I am grateful to all who introduce it, who provides this new opportunity for any army-drones to protect their country from drones.

Today, I have instructed the Ministry of Defense and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to work more with partners to finance the production of such interceptors. We will develop this area as much as possible, and in each region there will be its responsibility for this work. And one more. I congratulate on the election of a new German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Germany is one of our key friends, really one of the leaders in support of Ukraine.

This applies first and foremost to Petriot and Airis systems, as Germany gave for one country. These are thousands of saved lives. Germany is also a leader in helping our financial sustainability. Ukraine appreciates our cooperation. We are preparing for the first negotiations with Mr. Chancellor. We have things that can economically strengthen our countries and give more security for decades. We are waiting for the meeting. I wish you success.