To the veterans of the Great Patriotic War,
citizens of the city of Rivne
Dear friends!
I sincerely congratulate you on the occasion of the remarkable date – the 70th liberation anniversary of Rivne from fascist invaders.
The Great Patriotic War has become a serious test for your city, and the liberation day – the end of unthinkable human suffering. This outstanding event was preceded by heroic fight in the lines and in the rear. In their fight for city liberation, the military men-liberators have sacrificed the most precious thing – their life.
We are in debt to those who gained the Great Victory and cleaned their native land of invaders. They won the right to the future for each of us. This unfadable act of courage will be remembered at all times.
By knowing and respecting the past, we confidently move ahead. Legendary life journeys of the elderly generation and their wisdom serves an example for the youth. May Rivne always be a prospering city piously preserving its traditions!
We deeply respect you and bow low to you, dear veterans, for the courage, strength and endurance during the war and past war period!
Dear citizens of Rivne, I wish you sound health, long life, happiness, well-being and peaceful sky!
Volodymyr RYBAK
Kyiv,
February 2, 2014