“We will continue to develop and improve the Armed Forces. Under any circumstances, we will realize the plans we have planned to strengthen all types and arms of the armed forces, to equip them with advanced weapons and equipment, including strategic ones, ”the Kremlin website said in a statement.
Putin congratulated graduates of military schools and academies of the Ministry of Defense with Victory Day, as well as with the completion of their studies.
“Our officer corps has always been proud of the historical continuity of many generations of defenders of the Fatherland. The legendary traditions of the Russian army have been and remain a source of spiritual strength and strength of our army, ”said the President.
Putin called on officers to "keep up with the generation of winners" and to faithfully serve the homeland.
Earlier, Putin, during a speech to the foot and horse guards of the Presidential Regiment, said that all plans for the development of the Russian army and navy would be fulfilled.