Leaders of the CIS countries, whose peoples fought in the Great Patriotic War, issued a statement dated to the 65th anniversary of victory in the GPW.
“Our nations demonstrated ultimate courage which led them to the victory. The significance of their heroic deed will not fade with time May 9 will always remain the day of triumph of justice, pride and grief over the millions of killed. We will never forget those who held against enemy attacks, defending our homeland,” the statement says.