On August 2, President Volodymyr Zelensky awarded the Order of Freedom to journalist Victoria Roschina, who tragically lost her life in captivity in October 2024.

Zelensky announced this via Instagram.

 "In October 2024, we suffered a great loss: Ukrainian journalist Victoria Roschina died in Russian captivity. She was already on the exchange list. Russia promised to release her but failed to keep its word."

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

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