THE STRENGTH OF OUR BORDERS IS THE REASON WHY THE ENEMY DOES NOT ATTACK US
By S. Hakobian

Yerkir.am
February 02, 2007

With the victory in the liberation war in Artsakh and preservation of
the territorial integrity and border of Armenia our army has proven
that it is strong and ready to accomplish any military tasks.

On the occasion of the 15th anniversary of the Armenian army ARF’s
Supreme Body organized a visit to the motor-infantry division N58831
named after Vazgen Sargsian in Ararat.

Congratulating the soldiers on the army’s 15th anniversary member
of ARF’s Bureau and Deputy Chairman of the National Assembly Vahan
Hovhannissian noted that 15 years ago, on January 28, 1992, it became
possible to establish the guarantee of our country’s security and
territorial integrity – the Armenian army.

Hovhannissian extended his gratitude to all parents who realize the
necessity to serve in the army and send their sons to the Armenian
national army.

Hovhannissian believes the reason why the enemy does not attack Armenia
is that our borders are strong. He wished the Armenian army peace and
victories noting that the army’s value in a time of peace is the same
as in a time of war. "We don’t need any enemy attacks. We must be so
strong that no one would even think of attacking us, and you are the
guarantee of this."

The visit to the military unit protecting Armenia’s south-west border
was special because it is very closely located to Yerevan and is very
dangerous because it is close to the border with Nakhijevan.

Azeris believe Nakhijevan is very close to Yerevan and if they have
any aggressive plans they are going to use Nakhijevan. This is why
protection of this border is very important for the Armenian side.

Head of ARF’s parliamentary faction Hrayr Karapetian noted that
celebration of the army’s anniversary is probably the most glorious
holiday.

"Our army becomes stronger morally and physically. The material
conditions are gradually improved and this is the best guarantee that
the Armenian nation will live in its free and independent country,
and nurture hopes of living in its historical homeland in the future."

Appreciation certificates were awarded to several officers for high
military discipline. The guests presented to the military unit the
film series telling about the heroes of Karabagh war, and several
films telling about the First Armenian Republic, the monuments in
Western Armenia, and a TV and video player.

They also presented the soldiers a book titled "Armenian Soldier" where
the image of the Armenian soldier is crystallized in the images of Dro
and Sebastatsi Murad. 30 members of ARF’s Nikol Aghbalian Student Union
visited the military unit to get acquainted with the conditions in the
army to be sure that they will be serving in a strong and secure army.