Lukashenko sends professional holiday greetings to Belarusian missile and artillery troops
President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko congratulated veterans and servicemen of missile forces and artillery on their professional holiday - Missile and Artillery Forces Day. BELTA was informed about this by thepress serviceof the Belarusian leader.
"The date of November 19, 1942, is forever inscribed in the history of our country and is closely linked to the beginning of the victorious offensive of the Red Army near Stalingrad, which marked a fundamental turning point in the course of the Great Patriotic War. The current generation of missile troops and artillerymen of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Belarus today continues and multiplies the glorious combat traditions of their grandfathers and great-grandfathers," the head of state noted. "I am convinced that, being in constant combat readiness, improving professional skills daily and mastering modern complex equipment, each of you is ready at any moment to stand up for the defense of the country and the people."
Alexander Lukashenko expressed gratitude to the veterans who have dedicated many years of their lives to serving the Fatherland and continue to work with young people, passing on their rich experience and knowledge.
"I thank all of you for your loyalty to your profession and military duty," the congratulation reads.
The President wished the servicemen good health, well-being, fortitude, and resilience, as well as new successes in their military service for the benefit of their native Belarus.