ETCHMIADZIN. – Catholicos of All Armenians Karekin II issued a message on Army Day, the 22nd anniversary of the Armenian Armed Forces. 

“The Armenian Army is the great accomplishment of our independent statehood. The Armenian Army has always been the bearer of the faithful, freedom-loving soul of our nation.    

“The fighters of our army become heroes and offer their lives to the Homeland today, as well.

“We hope that the fighters of the Armenian Army multiply the achievements of the Armenian Army by defending our country, our values and sanctities,” the Catholicos’ message reads, in particular.