We are deeply saddened to report that Senior Sergeant Eduard Biliy of the 67th Mechanised Brigade, Anti-tank Battalion (67 омбр ДУК), tragically lost his life while bravely defending Ukraine.
Just a month ago, the Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO) was honoured to help Eduard and his battalion with non-lethal military aid, thanks to a request from our #Tasmanian community member Lana Neads, Eduard’s sister.
Originally from Cherkasy region, Eduard graduated from university as a hydro melioration specialist. After his military service, Eduard worked as an assistant investigator, then as a Police inspector. For 3 years prior to russia’s full-scale invasion, Eduard worked as the head of security for a large grain company.
At the end of 2022, he joined the Armed Forces of Ukraine and served as the commander of the anti-tank guided missile division. The life of this brave soldier was cut short in the Luhansk region during a combat mission. He was 48 years old.
We extend our deepest condolences to Lana Neads and her family. Eduard’s ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.
Thank you, Eduard, for your bravery and commitment. You epitomised selflessness and courage, and your legacy will continue to inspire!
If you are a citizen of Ukraine, please kindly sign this petition so that Eduard may be formally recognised as a Hero of Ukraine: https://petition.president.gov.ua/petition/199242
#OurFallenHero #BraveryBeyondWords #DefendUkraineAppeal #AFUO #MilitaryAid #StandWithUkraine
