Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko has sent greetings to 
soldiers, warrant officers, officers, veterans, and all Belarusians on 
the occasion of the Fatherland Defenders' Day. The message of greetings 
was read out by State Secretary of the Security Council of Belarus 
Slanislav Zas during the solemn meeting at the Palace of the Republic on
 22 February, BelTA has learned.
 
“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,” the message of greetings reads.
 
The head of state stressed that 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,” Alexander Lukashenko remarked.
 
The President especially thanked 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,” the Belarusian leader said.
 
Alexander Lukashenko wished everyone strong health, wellbeing and new achievements for the benefit of Belarus.
Written by belta.by
 
  
  
                            


 
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
						