ETCHMIADIN. – Ahead of the New Year and Armenian Christmas holidays, Catholicos of All Armenians Karekin II on Friday visited the combat positions on the western border of Armenia, according to the Information System of the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin.

Conveying his blessings and best wishes to the border-guarding servicemen, the Catholicos greatly appreciated the Armenian soldiers’ and commanders’ selfless and unwavering services to the homeland.

At the end of his visit, Karekin II presented icons, crosses, and prayer books to these soldiers, and wished them trouble-free and peaceful service.