Zelensky awards Merkel Order of Freedom

The relevant decree No.380/2021 of August 22 was published on the website of the Head of State, Ukrinform reports.

"To award Federal Chancellor of Germany Angela Merkel the Order of Freedom," the document reads.

As noted, Merkel is awarded "for outstanding personal merits in strengthening Ukraine–Germany interstate cooperation, support for state sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine."

German Chancellor Angela Merkel makes a visit to Ukraine on August 22.

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