\n\t The Yagodyn Customs House expressed its solidarity and unity with the people of Ukraine in their aspirations for democracy and freedom. This is stated in its Address to all customs officers of Ukraine and other state bodies that are bearers of a high legal culture and consciousness. Customs employees, "aware of their civic duty to the people of Ukraine, will not carry out illegal orders and instructions" – it is stated in the document addressed to the Head of the Committee of National Salvation, Viktor Yushchenko. Customs officers declare the strengthening of control at the state border of Ukraine in order to prevent the illegal passage into the territory of Ukraine of weapons, ammunition and paramilitary formations of foreign states that could threaten the safety of peaceful citizens. In addition, "at the fateful time of the awakening of citizens' consciousness," customs officers will not allow the export of national treasures beyond the borders of the state. In their address, the customs officers assert that they will stand, as always, in defense of the economic interests of the state, and will protect the constitutional rights and freedoms of the citizens of Ukraine. \n