The servicemen of military units performing on-duty military service in the southern direction of the Republic of Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh Republic) and the residents of the military settlements also had surprises and participated in events ahead of the New Year, as reported the press service of the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Artsakh.

President of the Republic of Artsakh Bako Sahakyan today visited the southern border zone of the republic with the accompaniment of commander of the Defense Army, Lieutenant-General Karen Abrahamyan.

The head of state wished the border guards a Happy New Year and Merry Christmas, wished them a safe service and a safe return to their homes and asked about the operative-tactical situation. The high-ranking guests also viewed the performances and dance numbers performed by the children of the children’s creative center that opened its doors in Mekhakavan last year and attended the festive event and banquet organized at the military settlement.