Defence minister decorated by Ukraine

Defence Minister Marjan Šarec and his State Secretary Damir Črnčec have received Ukrainian decorations for their contribution to strengthening bilateral relations and assisting in Ukraine's defence.

Ukrainian Ambassador to Slovenia Andriy Taran bestowed the Mark of Esteem on Šarec and the Medal for Supporting the Armed Forces on Črnčec on behalf of the Ukrainian Defence ministry.

"The award ceremony is an expression of gratitude of the Ukrainian Armed Forces and the Ukrainian people to our Slovenian friends," Taran said at the ceremony on 19 May according to the Slovenian...