The chairman of the Minsk Oblast Executive Committee Alexander Turchin congratulated the servicemen and veterans of the Armed Forces, residents of Minsk region on 23 February.

The head of the central region noted that this day has long become a national holiday of brave, courageous and strong-minded people who have chosen the noblest profession - to serve their Motherland and its people. And they all fulfill their military duty with honor.

“Belarus has suffered a lot of hardships, but our fathers, grandfathers and great-grandfathers defended the interests of our fatherland and gave us a clear sky over our heads. Grateful Belarusians remember the heroic past and adequately continue the glorious traditions of previous generations, bringing up real patriots on their example,” said Alexander Turchin.

According to the chairman of the Minsk Oblast Executive Committee, today the defenders of the Fatherland are everyone who considers it their duty to protect their native land, their family, whose life and work are subordinated to a common goal - the well-being and prosperity of our country.

“By protecting the state border, ensuring order on our streets, teaching children at school or saving lives in hospitals, growing crops - each of you contributes to the preservation of stability, independence and security of Belarus. Dear friends! I wish you good health and prosperity! May the Day of Defenders of the Fatherland always remain a symbol of peace, justice and love for the native land! ”, The congratulation says.