YEREVAN. – The Catholicos of All Armenians, Karekin II, issued a message, on Saturday, in connection with 20th anniversary of the Armenian army. 

“The Armenian army is a cherished child of our independent state. It was born from the battles to defend the Fatherland, and from hardships and sacrifice, and it grew and strengthened. The Armenian army embodies our people’s patriotic spirit, the will to protect our national rights, and the trust in the future, and it is the bulwark and support of the peaceful life and progress of our native country.

Our army welcomes its anniversary with accomplishments and victories, with a combat-ready and courageous spirit. We highly appreciate our dear children who have a contribution and a merit in the forming and strengthening of the Armenian army, in the building of its brave spirit, and our army members who today defend the borders of the Fatherland,” the message specifically reads.