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Father’s Day greetings

October 19, 2025

The President congratulated Russians on Father’s Day. The holiday is celebrated in Russia on the third Sunday of October.

The message reads, in part:

“For people of every ethnicity in our multi-ethnic country, the head of the family has enjoyed indisputable authority since the olden times. It is very important that today, men and boys strive to befit this honourable title by cherishing family traditions, working hard and being wise mentors, strong support and older friends who are willing to share their knowledge and life experience with children and loved ones, to support them in need and help with achieving goals. Therefore, it is inspiring to see that this remarkable holiday highlighting the role of fathers in shaping the character and future of every person enjoys such wide public support.

I want to extend my warmest greetings to the participants in the special military operation who are defending the freedom and independence of the Fatherland and honourably continue the military and patriotic traditions of their families, fathers, grandfathers and great-grandfathers. We are truly proud of your resilience, courage and bravery.”

October 19, 2025