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In Gomel, conscripts of the territorial troops took the military oathtranslated

September 6, 2026 · 1 min read

The military oath is a promise of loyalty to one’s people and the Fatherland, for which a person accepts responsibility before the state, fellow soldiers and his loved ones. On September 6, in Gomel, the personnel of the territorial troops undergoing training took the military oath.

The solemn event was attended by the chairman of the department for interaction of the Gomel diocese with the Armed Forces and law enforcement agencies, Archpriest Igor Olshanov. The priest blessed those liable for military service to serve the Fatherland, wishing them God's help, courage and fidelity to military duty.

Chairman of the Gomel Regional Executive Committee Ivan Krupko emphasized that territorial defense is part of the overall state defense system. Training camps allow those liable for military service to restore skills in their military specialties, improve training and practice interaction when performing assigned tasks.

Senior Lieutenant Sergei Chernonosov noted that along with taking the oath, military personnel assume responsibility for preserving military traditions, the honor of the defender of the Fatherland and the conscientious performance of military duty.

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Снежана Стојановска

Yes, the oath is a serious matter, a person commits himself to everyone – to his family, to his colleagues and to the state. It is interesting that Father Igor was blessed on that very day, it is nice when the priest is there with them. May God help them to keep their honor and return home safely.

Ксения Фёдорова

Военная присяга — это действительно серьёзный шаг, человек берёт ответственность не только перед государством, но и перед своими близкими. Хорошо, что отец Игорь Ольшанов был там и благословил ребят именно в этот день. Пусть Господь даст им мужества и помогает вернуться домой целыми.