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The International Legion for the Territorial Defense of Ukraine was created

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The International Legion for the Territorial Defense of Ukraine was created

President Zelensky announced a new unit formation — "The International Legion for the Territorial Defense of Ukraine". It will be staffed by foreigners who want to take part in showing real facts of Russian aggression.

It relates to all foreign countries' citizens who are being friends of Ukraine. Everyone who wants to join the security defense in Europe and the world can come and stand side by side with Ukrainians against the invaders of the 21st century.

According to the Regulations on Military Service in the Armed Forces by Foreigners and Stateless People, approved by the Ukrainian President of June 10, 2016, № 248, foreigners have the right to join the Armed Forces on a voluntary basis, including in the Territorial Defense Forces of ZSU.

"To all foreigners who want to join the resistance to the Russian occupiers and protect world security, the Ukrainian leadership offers to come to our country and join the ranks of the Territorial Defense Forces," - said in a statement posted on the country head website.

Contact the Defense Attaché of the Embassy of Ukraine in your country to register with the International Legion and for all details (contact information will be available on the Embassy's website).