Russia marks 'Defender of the Fatherland' Day

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday took part in a ceremony as Russia marks 'Defender of the Fatherland' Day.

In this Ceremony, Putin said his soldiers are defending "national interests" and vowed "unchanged" determination to strengthen the country's armed forces in a rapidly changing world.

In a video released by the Kremlin, Putin said "at the risk of their lives and with courage, they are resolutely defending their homeland, national interests and Russia's future". He added that "Russia will continue to improve the combat capabilities of the army and navy".