Belarus President wishes Happy Fatherland Defenders’ Day to Belarusian soldiers

    Dear soldiers, sergeants, warrant officers, and officers,

    Dear veterans,

    Dear compatriots,

    I sincerely congratulate you on the Fatherland Defenders’ and Belarus’ Armed Forces Day.

    We always celebrate this holiday associated with courage and bravery with the special feeling of pride in our soldiers who have always ensured the defense capacity of the country and continue protecting the borders of our Homeland with dignity.

    Belarus prioritizes the protection of national interests. A reliable security system has been created in the country, the Armed Forces are strengthening, the quality of military training of soldiers is improving.

    I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the veterans of the Great Patriotic War. Thanks to their selflessness and heroism, they are an example of true patriotism and loyalty to military duty for the current generation of soldiers and officers.

    I wish you strong health, wellbeing and new achievements for the benefit of Belarus!

    Aleksandr Lukashenko