Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya: “Dear friends! Today is the founding day of the largest military unit of Belarusian volunteers in Ukraine – the Kastus Kalinouski Regiment. Dear fighters, let me express my respect for your courage and heroism. Your fight symbolizes how love for freedom and the pursuit of justice unite people even in the most dreadful times.
From the very first days of the Russian invasion, you set out to fight on the most difficult fronts to defend not only Ukraine’s independence but also our dream of a free Belarus. Thank you for your selflessness. I admire your determination. Because every day on the front line is a true trial. And I am honored by the dignity with which you endure it while facing the constant danger of shooting and artillery shelling and finding yourselves in trenches without sleep or rest…
Words of support may seem trivial given that you risk your very life, the most precious thing you have, every day. But I want you to know that for Belarusians, the Kastus Kalinouski Regiment is much more than just a military unit. You embody the courage and dignity of our people and prove that Belarusians are ready to take action – and even sacrifice their lives – to make a change.
Thank you for what you do. Take care of yourselves and return from your missions alive and well.
We look forward to you coming back with a victory. Long Live Belarus! Glory to Ukraine!”
