PSKOV. March 1 (Interfax) - Paratroopers must be in good shape and stay ready for any trials, President Vladimir Putin told the commanders of airborne divisions and brigades on Friday.
"Paratroopers must stay fit in the broadest sense of the word. They must stay ready for any trials and for effective work in conditions of modern warfare," he said.
Putin is visiting the 104th air assault regiment of the 76th air assault division on Friday.