Thursday, may 27, Russia celebrates the Day of border guards. With the professional holiday of the personnel and veterans of the border service, congratulated Vladimir Putin.
In particular, the head of state said: “comrades, I congratulate the staff and veterans of the Border service of FSB of Russia on the Day of border guard. The kindest words you and your family. Today we honor the defenders of the Russian frontier, courageous and brave people who protect the security of the homeland and our citizens.”
Vladimir Putin said that the border service has a rich history. He recalled that for centuries the guardians of the frontiers of the Fatherland are always the first to confront the enemy and fought to the end, and the border guards killed on duty, remain forever in the memory of the people.
the President Also thanked Russian border guards for their conscientious service, devotion to duty and oath, and expressed confidence that they will continue to honorably serve the country. Vladimir Putin stressed that the current generation of guardians of the Russian borders with honor continues the legendary tradition, firmly defends national interests and security of Russia.
the Professional holiday of the personnel and veterans of the Border service of the Federal security service of Russia border guards Day is celebrated every year in Russia on may 28. This holiday was established by the decree of Russian President Boris Yeltsin on 23 may 1994, reminds TASS.
