**Vladimir Putin sent birthday greetings to Robert Kocharyan, the second president of Armenia**


> Dear Mr Kocharyan,
> 
> Please accept my warmest wishes for your birthday.
> 
> Russia does not forget your personal contribution to fostering friendly, allied ties between our countries. I wholeheartedly wish you good health, mental vigour, and resilience in the face of trials that you and your family are enduring at the moment.
> 
> Sincerely,
> Vladimir Putin