MINSK, 3 July (BelTA) – President Alexander Lukashenko has congratulated his countrymen on the Independence Day of the Republic of Belarus, BelTA learnt from the presidential press service. “Following the tradition, on 3 July we pay tribute to the valor and heroism of the frontline soldiers and laborers of the rear, partisans and resistance fighters who liberated the Belarusian people. We honor the unexampled feat of arms of the Soviet Soldier; we mourn about millions of those who perished in the name of the Great Victory. May they rest in eternal glory!” the message of congratulations runs. According to the head of state, it is with the feeling of deep responsibility for the future of the Motherland that the inheritors of the victors continue the traditions of the senior generations by cherishing their achievements and building on them, by maintaining peace and security, consolidating sovereignty of the Belarusian State. nOver the past decades, the independent Belarus, by dint of the people's creative efforts to revive the nation, has occupied its worthy place in the international community. “I am confident that, due to the unity and diligence, we will cope with any obstacles on our way to the goal which is further prosperity of our dear Belarus,” Alexander Lukashenko stressed. On this festive day, the President wished everyone to love our Homeland, to have belief in themselves and belief in the beautiful future of the Motherland, as well as good health, peace and wellbeing.

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