On February 23, Russia annually celebrates Defender of the Fatherland Day. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Abkhazia sent a congratulatory address to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation on this occasion.

The congratulation notes, in particular:

“The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Abkhazia sends its warmest congratulations to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation on the occasion of the celebration of Defender of the Fatherland Day.

February 23 is a symbol of military valor and courage. Service to the Fatherland and its defense have at all times been considered a sacred civic duty.

Today these enduring values ​​are especially relevant. Russian military personnel, together with volunteers from the Republic of Abkhazia, defend peace and justice in the special military operation.

On this holiday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Abkhazia renews its assurances of highest esteem to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation and wishes its colleagues success and well-being.”