President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and his wife Elena held the national Paralympic team of Ukraine for the 26th Paralympic Games in Tokyo, noting that now it will become a tradition, the press service of the head of state said..

This was reported by the press service of the OP.

" I think it's a shame, but we'll fix it all. It is an honor for me and my wife to be here. You are our pride and glory of our sport, our country of Ukraine, our will and spirit. And each of you is an example of invincibility and unlimited possibilities, "

Zelensky noted that over the years, the Paralympic team of Ukraine received 374 medals at the summer and winter games, and expressed confidence that after the Paralympics in Tokyo there will be more than 400.

The head of state also noted the symbolism of the start date of the 26-year Paralympic Games - August 24, the day of the 30th anniversary of Ukraine's independence..

" And all these 30 years you are one of those who fueled our independence and inspired our country to never give up..

Therefore, I am very grateful to you, like every Ukrainian.. And I believe that you will once again confirm this in the next two weeks in Japan, "

Zelensky called on the Ukrainian government, local government and relevant departments to resolve the issue of a professional summer base for Ukrainian Paralympians as soon as possible, which "

" Once again, I sincerely wish you well in Tokyo.! Inspire! Charge! Win! We will support you all together, with all our heart and wait with all the people "