Prime Minister Vladimir Putin sends a message of greetings to the newspaper Izvestia on its anniversary
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin sends a message of greetings to the newspaper Izvestia on its anniversary
The message of greetings reads, in part:
"Founded 95 years ago, Izvestia by right belongs to one of the oldest, most prestigious and popular domestic periodicals. Your newspaper is appreciated for its informative content, a serious, professional approach to the coverage of major events and a special, markedly creative style of its own.
"I am convinced that relying on your rich traditions and experience, you will continue keeping up with the times and will remain one of the acknowledged leaders of the Russian media community."