Islamabad, 23 June 2023 (TDI): The Belarusian embassy staff in Islamabad conducted a special event on June 22, 2023. The purpose of the event was to remember the national memory of the victims of the Great Patriotic War and the genocide of the Belarusian people.
On June 22, 2023, the Embassy staff held a special event dedicated to the Day of national memory of the victims of the Great Patriotic War and the genocide of the Belarusian people, and joined the All-Belarusian Minute of silence. pic.twitter.com/9WWlrP640v
— Belarus in Pakistan (@BelarusEmbassy) June 23, 2023
The Embassy joined the All-Belarusian for a Minute of Silence to pay tribute to the souls who lost their lives during these tragic events.
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko
During an event held on June 22nd at the Brest Fortress, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko emphasized the undeniable sovereignty of the Belarusian state.
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko remembering the memory of the victims Day of the Great Patriotic War.
The president said during his address that: “Those who left us are with us today. They are looking at us from there [the sky] and assessing our actions. We tell them that their heroic past has become a symbol of our independence. Their way of life is an example in which we find the strength to overcome the challenges not only of our time but also of the times to come”
In this event held in Embassy, different diplomats and embassy personnel gathered to honor the memory of those who suffered and perished during the Great Patriotic War and the genocide of the Belarusian people. It was an opportunity to accept the immense sacrifices made by countless individuals and express solidarity with the Belarusian nation.
Minute of silence
In the brief opening ceremony, embassy officials and staff observed a minute of silence to show their respect for the fallen heroes. The solemn atmosphere was filled with a deep sense of reverence and shared grief. By participating in the All-Belarusian Minute of Silence, the embassy demonstrated its solidarity toward the nation in commemorating this day of remembrance.
The Embassy’s involvement in this event reinforces the strong bond between nations and also sheds light on the significance of historical remembrance. It acts as a reminder of shared commitment regarding peace, justice, and the preservation of human dignity.
The event concluded with the known commitment by the embassy to continue fostering strong bilateral relations with Belarus and to support the initiatives that promote historical awareness.
