Vasyl Levytskyi – KRAKEN legend and pride of NURE

02.04.2025

Today, a memorial plaque in honor of Vasyl Levytskyi, a graduate of the University, commander of the first assault company of the legendary KRAKEN special forces, known to his comrades by the call sign “Business”, was unveiled on the building of NURE, on the side of Special Forces Kraken Street.

Vasyl Levytskyi was not just a professional in his field – he became a symbol of courage, strength of spirit and unwavering faith in Victory.

A graduate of NURE, he will forever be remembered by the university community as a true patriot who put the interests of his homeland above all else. His courage, determination and self-sacrifice inspired his comrades in the fiercest battles, and his love for Ukraine became the meaning of his life.

The hero died the death of the brave on July 24, 2023, during an assault on enemy positions near the village of Klishchiyivka, Bakhmut district, Donetsk region. He was only 44 years old. Eternal memory and glory to Vasyl Levytskyi, a defender who gave his life for the freedom of Ukraine!

His feat will live on in the hearts of generations and serve as an example of boundless devotion to his country!

Vasyl Levytskyi – KRAKEN legend and pride of NURE