Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan issued a congratulatory address on Victory Day.

“The victorious conclusion of the Great Patriotic War on May 9, 1945, was a historical event, which acted as a spur for our people to continue developing economy and culture through peaceful and creative work. Our people did not to spare themselves to win. We suffered heavy losses, we had heroes and commanders, whose feat will serve as example of patriotism and military art and will encourage future generations.

As fate has willed, on the same day of 1992, the Armenian history recorded a new victory. The liberation of Shushi glorified our brave warriors. It was a response to those who unleashed ethnic cleansings against our nation.

Today, we bow to the memory of those, who gave their lives to forge May victories. I congratulate all of us on this great holiday, We are proud of our victories and will improve them through creative work,” the President said.