Anti-fascist Yuri Samoylenko died in battle in Kharkiv region

"Since the first days of war your footprints were seen..."

Resistance committee announced death of Yuri "Yanov" Samoylenko in the battle of Kharkiv region. He was strong and noble person, who was able to combine idealism, commitment, smartness and courage. At the same time he was capable to be a leader, organizer and combat officer.

Yuriy was old participant of the antifascist movement. He was one of the few who had strategical vision where we should go.

In his last battle he was walking first in line.

We will always remember you! And your memory will move us forward in our struggle.

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