At the All-Ukrainian Thai boxing tournament, the founder of the Unity Foundation, Oleksiy Bakhin, announced the transfer of the SHARK reconnaissance drone complex to the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, UNN reports.
Recently, the Ukrainian Muay Thai boxing championship among adults, juniors and young men took place. The main sponsor of the competition was the Unity Foundation.
The all-Ukrainian competition aims to further develop Thai boxing and popularize it among Ukrainians. The athletes have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and achievements. The championship is also a selection stage for the Ukrainian national team to participate in international competitions.
But at a time when the country is at war, such events are a good reason to remind us of the importance and necessity of supporting our defenders. After all, it is thanks to our defenders that we are able to hold such events.
"Once again, I wanted to thank all the defenders of our country for the opportunity to hold such competitions. I wanted to confirm my gratitude to the military with deeds, not words, and hand over the SHARK unmanned system, which is needed for special tasks," said Alexey Bakhin.
Bakhin emphasized the importance of developing sports for the country's future.
The event also thanked all the athletes who joined the army and defended our country and honored the memory of the fallen.
On behalf of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine, its head, Lieutenant General Kyrylo Budanov, expressed gratitude:
The courage to face an opponent on the battlefield or in the ring strengthens a fighter's character. And every victory is won only with sweat and blood, hard work and training... I want to thank all the participants and organizers of these competitions who, despite the war, continue to raise brave patriots of Ukraine. Glory to Ukraine
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The Unity Foundation focuses on three main areas: helping the army; supporting and developing sports in Ukraine; and helping children with disabilities and promoting inclusiveness.