On February 14, in the context of commemoration of the citizens fallen in the Afghanistan war during 1979-1989, the National Institute of Intelligence and Security "Bogdan, the Founder of Moldova" (NIIS) hosted the traditional meeting of the NIIS students with SIS veterans, combatants of the Special Task Force “Zenit-Kaskad”.
The event dedicated to the 31st anniversary of the withdrawal from Afghanistan of the limited contingent of armed troops began with a moment of silence in memory of the heroes, fallen in military operations on foreign land.
The guests were greeted by Vitalie SÎLI, rector of INIS, who reiterated the significance of the commemorated event and our duty to learn the lessons of history in order to use the experience of the ancestors in the education process of the young intelligence officers. He mentioned that meetings of generations are an opportunity to raise awareness of the tragic consequences of any war and to understand the true price of the peace. "These commemorative activities are important because of the mere fact that they bring back the value of the true characters and ideals of patriotism and dignity, but also make us remember this immense sacrifice," said Mr. SÎLI.
The NIIS rector thanked veterans on behalf of the entire staff of the Security and Intelligence Service and expressed appreciation for the allegiance they have shown on the battlefield but also for their work in the SIS and promotion of the true values.
The guests of the event, Petru SPLAVNIC and Ion LISNIC, retired colonels, holders of the following state distinctions: “Stephen the Great” Order, “Military Merit” medal, “Allegiance to Motherland” medal and “Red Star” medal (the last one was awarded during the war), told young people about the solidarity born during the war, about the heroism and sacrifice of their comrades in arms, and the difficulties they have encountered in the mountains of Afghanistan. Veterans came with an exhortation to the audience, encouraging them to show responsibility and professionalism in order to ensure national security, to serve the Republic of Moldova with devotion, fulfilling their duty according to the Oath of Allegiance to Motherland.
Saturday, February 15, the leadership of the Security and Intelligence Service, along with officials, military command officers, war veterans and members of their families will lay flowers at the memorial complex “Feciorilor Patriei-Sfântă Amintire”, paying a tribute of gratitude to the heroism of all those who took part in combat operations in Afghanistan.
14.02.2020
