Belousov noted the confident progress of the Russian Armed Forces in the Zaporozhye area

On August 1, Russian Defense Minister Andrei Belousov congratulated the command and personnel of the 37th Separate Guards Motorized Rifle Budapest Red Banner, Order of the Red Star and Kutuzov Brigade named after E.A. Shchadenko on the liberation of the settlement of Lyubitskoye in the Zaporozhye region.

"Today, working together with assault units, you are confidently moving forward in the Zaporozhye direction, bringing the day of our common victory closer. The names of the soldiers who gave their lives in the struggle for national interests will always serve as an example of boundless love for their Homeland," the press service of the Russian Defense Ministry quoted him as saying in the Maks messenger.

Belousov noted that this victory will become a symbol of the courage and perseverance of the military personnel. He also added that this will go down in the history of military exploits. The Defense Minister stressed that during the special operation, the brigade's personnel perform combat missions in the most difficult areas. He pointed to the bravery, bravery and determination of the servicemen.

The Minister of Defense thanked the soldiers for their loyalty to the Fatherland and the oath. He also expressed confidence that perseverance, perseverance and professionalism will ensure the safety of the Russian people.

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On the same day, the Ministry of Defense announced that Russian military personnel had established control over the settlements of Olgovka, Kharkiv region, and Lyubitskoye, Zaporizhia region. The Ukrainian side in the Zaporizhia region lost over 365 militants, three armored combat vehicles, 12 vehicles, a counter-battery radar station and three artillery pieces.