"Everyone can defend Ukraine": the first girl joined the Armed Forces of Ukraine under the "Contract 18-24"
Kyiv • UNN
21-year-old Veronika, with a medical education, became a servicewoman of the 72nd brigade named after the Black Zaporozhians under the "Contract 18-24" program. Her relatives learned about her decision shortly before the start of training.
The first girl has joined the ranks of the Armed Forces of Ukraine under the "Contract 18-24". She will serve in the 72nd Brigade. This was reported by the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU), reports UNN.
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It is noted that 21-year-old Veronika became a servicewoman of the 72nd separate mechanized brigade named after the Black Zaporozhians.
Veronika is 21 years old, she has a medical education and knows what she will bring to the army
According to the girl herself, her relatives learned about her joining the Ukrainian army a day and a half before the start of training. She is also convinced that everyone can defend Ukraine, regardless of gender.
As a reminder, the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine added 10 brigades to the "Contract 18-24" program, now the Land Forces, Navy, Airborne Assault Forces and UAV Forces are available. You can apply on the website or in Reserve+.