Vladimir Putin congratulates President Aliyev upon 62nd VE anniversary

In the message to President Aliyev Putin said that in our hearts there will always live the bright memory of frontline soldiers, of factory and farm workers, and of their heroism displayed for the sake of the freedom and happiness of future generations.

"The people of Russia and Azerbaijan stood firm in the face of the Nazi threat and decently coped with the hardships that had fallen to their lot. I am convinced that the fraternity baptized by fire is a reliable basis for steady progress in the development of friendly relations between our countries." Itar-Tass