We a beautiful nation, we are the largest territory in Europe. We are a European nation with great traditions, we are among the top ten countries in the world in terms of minerals. We only need to restore the state's governance and build a strong state economically and militarily, and we will be able to save Europe.
Ukrainian intelligence officer
Colonel General Ihor Petrovich Smeshko (Ukrainian: Ігор Петрович Смешко, born 17 August 1955) served as the head of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) from 2003 to 2005, where he supported the opposition during the Orange Revolution.In 2010, he entered politics with the Strength and Honor party, which he formed with several former security and intelligence officials. He was chairman of the Intelligence Committee under the President of Ukraine (from October 7, 2014, to March 12, 2015).
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Native Name:
Ігор Петрович Смешко
Alternative Names:
Ihor Petrovych Smeshko
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Should the people put their faith in me, I will use all my will, experience and my team of professionals to stop further impoverishment of Ukrainians, put up a proper fight against external aggression, and get key victories that will ensure the development of democratic foundations and the revival of Ukraine as a strong independent European nation.