Honoring Journalist: Victoria Roshchyna Awarded Posthumously

On August 2, President Volodymyr Zelensky awarded the Order of Freedom to journalist Victoria Roshchyna, who was killed in Russian captivity in October 2024.

This was announced by Zelensky on Instagram.

 "In October 2024, we learned with great sorrow about the tragic loss: Ukrainian journalist Victoria Roshchyna died in Russian captivity. She was already on the exchange list. Russia promised to release her, but failed to keep its word.

Victoria was one of those who spoke the truth about the war. She worked on the front lines and in temporarily occupied territories, risking her life.

In February of this year, her body, bearing signs of torture, was returned to Ukraine. Since then, all necessary examinations have been conducted. Today, we honor Victoria Roshchyna posthumously. She is awarded the Order of Freedom for her unwavering belief that freedom will triumph. Honor and eternal memory to Victoria Roshchyna" - stated Zelensky.