Praises The Courage Of Russian Paratroopers In Special Operations In Ukraine, President Putin: Continuing The Patriotic Tradition

Illustration of Russian paratroopers. (Wikimedia Commons/Mil.ru)

JAKARTA - The current generation of paratroopers has always displayed professionalism and courage fully demonstrated in special military operations in Ukraine, said Russian President Vladimir Putin.

This was conveyed by President Putin in congratulation on Parachutist Day released by the Russian Ministry of Defense on Tuesday.

Addressing personnel and veterans of the Air Force, the Russian leader congratulated them on their professional vacation, following their assignment.

"The current generation of soldiers and officers continue with dignity the fighting and patriotic traditions built into the troops and always show professionalism, courage, and courage in the face of complex tasks," Putin said.

"And, of course, the bold and decisive actions of the paratrooper-heroes manifested themselves in full in special military operations," President Putin stressed.

President Putin further underlined, these fighters "have the great honor to serve in the legendary air infantry and belong to this consolidated and invincible group."

Russian paratroopers have always been strong in their character and will, courage and brotherly solidarity, their readiness to come to the defense of the Fatherland at the first call, President Putin stressed.

“I am sure you will continue to safeguard the national interest of the country and make great contributions to strengthening the strength of our armed forces. I wish you success and the best,” the Russian leader messaged.

The Russian Airborne Forces Day is celebrated on August 2. The country's Airborne Forces were formed on August 2, 1930 when a 12-person paratrooper unit, was dropped from the air during exercises of the Moscow Military District near Voronezh to complete tactical tasks. This year, the Russian Air Force turns 92 years old.