ArmInfo. Russia's Embassy in Armenia hosted a reception on the occasion of the Defender of the Fatherland Day.
According to the press service of the Russian embassy, it was attended by Deputy Minister of Defense of Armenia Karen Brutyan, as well as representatives of government bodies, the diplomatic corps accredited in the republic, socio-political and business circles, veterans of the Great Patriotic War and compatriots.
In his welcoming speech, Russian Ambassador to Armenia Sergei Kopyrkin noted the deep traditions of military brotherhood that unite the peoples of Russia and Armenia and congratulated the Russian military personnel who make an important contribution to ensuring the security of our country.
"In the context of the fateful challenges that our countries have faced, the very concept of "defender of the Fatherland" takes on a special, very relevant meaning for us. On this day we pay tribute to the memory of the fallen heroes, those who gave their lives defending the Motherland. Their exploits are not must be forgotten," he said.
