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Putin Honors National Unity Day, Calls It Symbol of Russia’s Strength
(MENAFN) President Vladimir Putin congratulated Russians on National Unity Day on Monday, calling it a symbol of the nation’s enduring strength and solidarity.
Observed annually on November 4, the holiday honors the 1612 uprising in which citizens rallied to defend Russia from foreign occupation. Volunteer forces led by merchant Kuzma Minin and Prince Dmitry Pozharsky freed Moscow from nearly two years of Polish-Lithuanian control during the Time of Troubles. The ousting of the Polish garrison from the Kremlin marked a turning point, paving the way for the restoration of Russian statehood and the establishment of the Romanov dynasty in 1613.
“The [people’s] steadfast unity, sense of responsibility, and devotion to the Fatherland helped strengthen the foundations of our state and uphold the sacred right to preserve our roots and moral values,” Putin said during a Kremlin ceremony where state awards were presented for contributions to national unity.
He stressed that Russia continues these traditions “through peaceful, creative, and military endeavors,” with citizens united in defense of the country’s “sovereignty, honor, and dignity.”
Observers noted that the president’s remarks appeared to reference the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, which Moscow frames as part of a broader effort to guard against Western interference and protect Russian sovereignty, citing NATO’s expansion near its borders as a key concern.
Putin also highlighted Russia’s international partnerships, saying the country “has many devoted friends” abroad and pointing to foreign dignitaries, scholars, and business leaders attending the Kremlin event. He added that their work to promote Russian culture, bolster humanitarian ties, and advance joint projects illustrates growing interest in collaboration with Moscow. “Russia values all those who regard it as a reliable partner and remains open to new, mutually beneficial initiatives and cultural exchange,” he said.
National Unity Day was reinstated in 2005, replacing a Soviet-era holiday commemorating the Russian Revolution that had been observed for more than 70 years.
Observed annually on November 4, the holiday honors the 1612 uprising in which citizens rallied to defend Russia from foreign occupation. Volunteer forces led by merchant Kuzma Minin and Prince Dmitry Pozharsky freed Moscow from nearly two years of Polish-Lithuanian control during the Time of Troubles. The ousting of the Polish garrison from the Kremlin marked a turning point, paving the way for the restoration of Russian statehood and the establishment of the Romanov dynasty in 1613.
“The [people’s] steadfast unity, sense of responsibility, and devotion to the Fatherland helped strengthen the foundations of our state and uphold the sacred right to preserve our roots and moral values,” Putin said during a Kremlin ceremony where state awards were presented for contributions to national unity.
He stressed that Russia continues these traditions “through peaceful, creative, and military endeavors,” with citizens united in defense of the country’s “sovereignty, honor, and dignity.”
Observers noted that the president’s remarks appeared to reference the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, which Moscow frames as part of a broader effort to guard against Western interference and protect Russian sovereignty, citing NATO’s expansion near its borders as a key concern.
Putin also highlighted Russia’s international partnerships, saying the country “has many devoted friends” abroad and pointing to foreign dignitaries, scholars, and business leaders attending the Kremlin event. He added that their work to promote Russian culture, bolster humanitarian ties, and advance joint projects illustrates growing interest in collaboration with Moscow. “Russia values all those who regard it as a reliable partner and remains open to new, mutually beneficial initiatives and cultural exchange,” he said.
National Unity Day was reinstated in 2005, replacing a Soviet-era holiday commemorating the Russian Revolution that had been observed for more than 70 years.
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