The President of the Russian Federation centuries Putin had paid my respects Ukrainians with the 70th anniversary of the liberation of their country from the invaders, noting that the peoples of the Russian Federation and Ukraine are obliged to cherish and preserve the tradition of fraternal friendship.

" Our fathers and grandfathers together, in the same order, courageously and selflessly fought for the freedom and independence of the country, fought the enemy and brought the long-awaited Victory. We must carefully keep bequeathed their wonderful tradition of fraternal friendship and mutual assistance. Extremely important to educate the younger generation on the high Patriotic values, actively oppose any attempts of revival of fascist ideology, incitement of ethnic hatred and falsification of our shared history, " said the telegram of the President, which was circulated by the press service of the Kremlin.

Putin wished the Ukrainian veterans good health, prosperity and vitality of the spirit, " and the brotherly people of Ukraine - peace and prosperity ".
October 28, Ukraine celebrates the Day of liberation of Ukraine from fascist invaders. National celebration of the day was introduced by the leader Viktor Yushchenko by his decree dated 21 October 2009.

earlier this Day was not observed at the state level, along with this, in the regions of Ukraine on October 28, was often held a festive event with the participation of war veterans.

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