Defense Minister Rustem Umerov positively assessed the security agreement between Ukraine and Poland, signed on July 8 in Warsaw.
The official especially highlighted the point on the creation of the Ukrainian Legion — a special volunteer unit that will train in Poland.
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Umerov listed the advantages of the initiative to form a volunteer legion:
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- Increasing combat readiness: our volunteers will receive modern training from allies from Poland, Lithuania and other EU countries;
- International support and equipment: the legion will receive the best equipment from our international partners, which will increase its effectiveness on the battlefield;
- Opportunity for Ukrainian citizens in Europe: Ukrainians in Poland and other EU countries will be able to voluntarily join the defense of Ukraine by signing a contract with the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
—This initiative demonstrates the unwavering support and solidarity of our European partners, as well as the willingness to stand side by side with Ukraine, — emphasized the head of the Ministry of Defense.
Umerov addressed Ukrainian citizens abroad with an appeal to join the Ukrainian Legion.
—Your contribution is invaluable in our struggle for freedom and independence. Every step you take brings us closer to victory! — he summarized.