Vucic delivers Victory Day message to Russia, in Russian

Vucic delivers Victory Day message to Russia, in Russian

"Victory Day is one of the most important days in the history of humankind, that is respected the most. The Russian people have suffered the greatest losses in the Great Patriotic War, which will forever remain an example of exceptional courage and patriotism," he said.

"With its heroic deeds in the Second World War, they managed to destroy fascism and save the world from that evil power. The courage of Red Army soldiers today deserves respect and eternal memory in our hearts," Vucic said.

He also stressed he was "proud that the Serb people too, fighting side by side with other nations, gave their contribution to the fight against fascism, and won peace and freedom."

"I congratulate Russia, the Russian people,and the entire freedom-loving humankind on this great day, day of victory over fascism," Vucic said.