Tournament Supporting Elite Unit
On August 9, athletes, coaches, veterans, and volunteers from across the country came together in Odessa to support the elite special unit «Arthan». The tournament was organized by the Public Organization «Professional Sambo League» with the support of the Odessa City Council.
The program featured professional matches with leading athletes from Ukraine, performances by honored guests, veterans, artists, and a charity auction, with proceeds going to support «Arthan».
«Sports shape character and a love for life, as well as a desire to win. These qualities are evident on the front lines, where Ukrainian soldiers prove daily that our nation is unbreakable. I thank the “Arthan” unit for their dedication, courage, and professionalism, as well as all defense forces protecting our country. Thanks also to the coaches, families, and parents who raise strong and healthy youth» — emphasized Mayor Gennady Trukhanov.
Head of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine Kyrylo Budanov, in his video address to tournament participants, stressed: «Our soldiers stand honorably and victoriously, just like our athletes. “Arthan” is the best unit that has already destroyed thousands of enemies and always performs tasks at the highest level».
«Arthan» — an elite unit of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, has been carrying out the most complex and unique operations since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, including in Bakhmut, Chasiv Yar, Kharkiv region, and in the waters of the Black Sea.
