ISLAMABAD: Russian Defence Attache, Colonel Vadim Fenchenko has said that our troops are heroically fighting (what he named)the neo-Nazism that has taken root in Ukraine, protecting our people in our historical lands, and are fighting courageously. And I would like to say the goals of the Special Military Operation will be achieved. Victory will be with us.
He claimed this in his speech delivered at the defense day celebration at a local hotel in Islamabad on 20 Feb 2025. Ambassador of Russia was also present while few ambassadors and DAs from friendly countries were also invited.
Ambassador of North Korea also attended the event but neither the DA nor Ambassador of Russia said anything about the presence of North Korean troops in their country. Ambassador Khorev, however, in his last press conference in Islamabad, said that their presence in Russia is legal.
Consul General of Afghanistan was also present on the stage with Pakistani military officials who also participated expressing good relations with Russian Army.
In his speech, the DA said , Today we celebrate Defender of the Fatherland Day. This holiday is a symbol of respect for the history of the country and its heroes. Namely those ordinary people who showed courage. Without thinking, they stood up to defend the Fatherland when it was necessary.
The President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin declared 2025 the Year of the Defender of the Fatherland. This year will be a tribute to the military’ feat of all who fought for the Motherland in different historical eras, as well as to the current heroes – participants in the special military operation.
The theme of the year reflects the priorities of modern Russia, such as patriotism, continuity of generations and respect for the defenders of the Motherland at all times. The coming year 2025 in Russia will be dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War and the fight against Nazism at the international level.
This year will be a reminder of the importance of historical memory and the enduring value of peace, which our defenders of the Fatherland protect with their courage and dedication.
It is significant that the Year of the Defender of the Fatherland has replaced the Year of the Family in 2024, and this is no coincidence.
This emphasizes the deep connection between family values and heroic service to the Motherland.
The celebrations in honor of the 80th anniversary of the Victory and the 2025 celebration of the Defender of the Fatherland are not just large-scale events and ceremonial occasions. They are a manifestation of deep national self-awareness, a rethinking of historical heritage and strengthening of ties between generations.
We are talking not only about military exploits, but also about the spirit of self-sacrifice, courage, loyalty to the oath and love for the Motherland, which are passed down from generation to generation, the DA concluded.
