MINSK, 21 September (BelTA) – Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has congratulated personnel and veterans of the motorized rifle forces on their professional holiday – Motorized Rifle Troops Day, BelTA learned from the press service of the Belarusian leader. “Today we honor the valiant motorized rifle troops, the backbone of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Belarus and reliable defenders of the peaceful labor of Belarusians and our country’s sovereignty,” the message of congratulations reads. “Years pass, generations change, but the legendary infantry, our pride and glory, will always enjoy the people’s unwavering respect. “I thank you for your service. I wish you and your families good health, happiness, optimism, and new successes in the most important thing: the defense of our native Belarus,” the president concluded.