“This is the day we honor the heroes who defended our country from Nazism, all who selflessly brought Great Victory. With pain that we remember about the victims of that terrible war. And of course, give the warmth of our hearts to the veterans, sharing with them the joy of the Holy holiday,” he wrote on their pages in social networks.
He also thanked the veterans for an unprecedented feat in the fight against the Nazi invaders. “Thanks to you, we especially keenly feel what it means to be faithful to the Homeland, we understand how important it is to defend its interests,” – said Medvedev.
He recalled that because of the threat of illness had to postpone the holiday. “Today, despite the long tradition empty Red square, across the country held celebrations, does not March “Immortal regiment,” wrote the Chairman of the security Council, but added that “delay does not mean cancel”.
“Our nation has experienced several wars, passed through many trials, and because we know the value of human life. Know how important it is to unite our efforts to ensure that the threat has receded”, – said Medvedev.
He promised that as soon as the country can handle the challenge “we will congratulate each other, embrace you, dear veterans”. “But can we be sure, because from you we learned to win”, – said Medvedev.
