Russian occupation authorities continue mass forced passportization in occupied areas of Zaporizhzhia region, threatening residents who refuse Russian passports with deportation.
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Mass forced passportization continues in occupied areas with deportation threats for those refusing Russian passports
President Zelensky visited troops in the southern frontline village of Robotyne on Sunday, saying they face a difficult and critical mission to repel the enemy and defend Ukraine.
In a post on social media, he wrote: Zaporizhzhia region. Robotyne. The location of the 65th Mechanized Brigade. I spoke with the defenders, thanked them, and presented them with state awards.
Ukraine retook Robotyne from Russian forces last summer but it is now heavily attacked by Moscow's forces.
The 65th brigade led the assault on the village last year.
Zelenskyy visited the frontline positions of the Ukrainian army in Robotyne, Zaporizhzhia Oblast on February 4, 2024
The location was the 65th Separate Mechanised Brigade
Andrii Yermak accompanied Zelenskyy on the visit
Zelenskyy presented state awards to the soldiers and expressed gratitude
President Volodymyr Zelensky appointed Ivan Fedorov as the new governor of Zaporizhzhia Oblast
Yurii Malashko held the position since February 2023
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