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President Vladimir Putin forwarded a congratulatory message to veterans of the Afghan conflict and participants in a gala meeting on the 12th anniversary of the Soviet troops pullout from Afghanistan

February 16, 2001

Mr Putin’s telegram says, in part:

“February 15, 1989 was a memorable day in our national history. It finished one of the most dramatic and controversial chapters in the Russian chronicle.

Doubtless, our soldiers displayed valour, staunchness, excellent combat skills, and loyalty to their comrades-in-arms and to international friendship during the conflict in Afghanistan. That was a true school of courage.”

February 16, 2001