Lukashenko congratulated servicemen of the 38th Air Assault Brigade on its 45th anniversary

President of Belarus Aleksandr Lukashenko has congratulated the personnel and veterans of the 38th Guards Vienna Red Banner Air Assault Brigade on the 45th anniversary of its formation, sb.by reports with reference to the Belarusian leader’s press service

"The heroic traditions of the legendary airborne infantry were born on the battlefields of the Great Patriotic War, and the paratroopers have always been distinguished by high professionalism and courage, incredible fortitude and bravery. Each of you can boast all these features,” the congratulatory message reads.

The Head of State also noted the importance of the fact that now – while successfully solving the most difficult combat training tasks to ensure the national interests of Belarus – paratroopers sacredly preserve the memory of the exploits of front-line soldiers and veterans who honorably and with dignity performed their military duty in Afghanistan.

"I am convinced that the military personnel of the brigade will continue to remain an example of devoted service to the country and reliable defenders of the peaceful work of our people," Aleksandr Lukashenko stressed.

The President wished the personnel and veterans of the 38th Guards Vienna Red Banner Air Assault Brigade good health, happiness, prosperity, peace and new successes in military work for the benefit of their native Belarus.