Vladimir Putin congratulated the veterans, staff and citizens of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia on the Day of the Internal Affairs Officer.
"This holiday is celebrated every year and widely throughout the country, emphasizing the special respect society gives to those who fulfill their duty honestly, stand in the way of criminals, defend with courage and determination the lives and rights of people, defend the security and sovereignty of the country and faithfully serve their people," said the Russian President.
He also noted positive results in several key areas of the department's work.
Video: The Kremlin.