On the Day of Remembrance and Reconciliation on May 8, as well as on the Day of Victory over Nazism in World War II, on May 9, the efforts of law enforcement officers will be aimed at controlling the use of prohibited symbols, said the head of the National Police of Ukraine Igor Klimenko at a conference call on Friday.

" Most citizens listen to calls to not use prohibited symbols and respect the law. Those people who overstep these rights must be held accountable, "

Deputy Head of the National Police Oleksandr Fatsevich noted that on Saturday, May 8, 341 events are planned in Ukraine with the participation of more than 13 thousand. citizens. More than 2 thousand people will follow the order.. police officers, military personnel of the National Guard of Ukraine, employees of the State Emergency Service of Ukraine and cadets of departmental institutions of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine.

On Sunday, May 9, 555 events are expected, in which more than 60 thousand. citizens.

" To ensure the safety of all participants in the events, more than 11 thousand people will be involved in law enforcement.. law enforcement officers: 7300 police officers, 3000 servicemen of the National Guard and the State Emergencies Service, as well as cadets of higher educational institutions of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, "

He also recalled that memorial days are held from May 9 to 11, and many citizens will head to the cemeteries.. In this regard, patrol police units will work hard on the roads of state and local importance..

Head of the Main Directorate of the National Police in. Kiev Andriy Krishchenko said that the law enforcement officers of the capital have already switched to heavy duty.

" Also, round-the-clock outfits will be displayed at all memorials, steles, monuments and burial sites.. In addition, dog handlers and explosives technicians examine all the locations where the events will take place and the routes, "

Klimenko stressed that every police officer while on duty is aimed at carrying out preventive work.

" We must ensure not only unconditional compliance with the law, but also the safety of citizens and every police officer. Therefore, next to the police of dialogue, there should be other police officers who will be able to level any conflict situation in time, "