Russia· Sergei LavrovCommemoration of Brest Fortress defenders in Belarus
A patriotic action in Brest, Belarus, involved planting a blue spruce with soil from the birthplaces of Brest Fortress defenders who died in June 1941.
Background
Belarus, led by President Lukashenko, maintains close ties with Russia and often emphasizes patriotic narratives linked to World War II. The country frequently highlights historical events and figures, particularly those related to the Great Patriotic War, as part of its national identity and public discourse.
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Sergei Lavrov
Minister of Foreign Affairs · Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs · Russia
on Commemoration of Brest Fortress defenders and patriotic actions in Brest
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