At the headquarters of the Joint Forces Group, Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu presented state awards to military personnel who distinguished themselves in combat missions and said that the Russian army still has a lot of work ahead of it. RIA News.
Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces, General Valery Gerasimov, also attended the award ceremony.
The head of the Russian Ministry of Defense expressed confidence that these awards will not be the last.
“We have a lot of work ahead of us. You are fighting honorably, and for that you have been awarded state awards. The country has appreciated your work, your military work. Only forward, only to victory!” – Shoigu said.
February 22 Defense Minister Shoigu delivery “Gold Star” medals for participants in military operations and shoulder straps for senior officers for army personnel. They were rewarded for their courage and heroism in carrying out their duties.
Previously Shoigu signed Order fireworks on Defender of the Fatherland Day.