Lukashenko called the internationalist soldiers a model for the current generation of defenders of the Motherland

"About 30 thousands of belarussians, showing courage and resilince, were defending the right of Afghan people to a peaceful life and development", the appeal says. You have honestly and selflessly fulfilled your international duty, remaining faithful to your oath, and won fierce and grueling battles," the head of state stressed. The President noted the significant contribution of Afghan veterans to the patriotic education of young people. "Continuing the military traditions of the Great Patriotic War veterans, you are a model for the current generation of defenders of the Motherland," Alexander Lukashenko emphasized.