MOSCOW, November 10. /TASS/: Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated employees of the internal affairs agencies on their professional holiday, noting their courage in performing dangerous work.
"Comrades, retired officers, please accept my sincere greetings on Interior Ministry Personnel Day. Today, we are honoring real professionals, people who stand guard over law and order, protect the rights of our citizens and stability in society and, despite danger and risk, come to the rescue in the most challenging, often emergency situations," the head of the state said in his video address.
He stressed that Russia is proud of "the best Interior Ministry officers who have always been at the forefront of combatting crime and lawlessness, used their determination, courage, and competence to further strengthen the authority of the internal affairs bodies, and laid their legendary traditions."
Putin expressed confidence that the Interior Ministry officers will continue to address their assignments "in a professional and responsible manner, to honestly and faithfully serve the Fatherland, and to strengthen the high standing of the service."
"On this holiday, we remember with special warmth many generations of soldiers of law and order and express our gratitude to former law enforcement officers for their honest and honorable service during times of peace and war, and for bringing up a worthy new generation," the President noted.
He wished the Interior Ministry officers and their loved ones good health and every success in their endeavors.
