MOSCOW, November 4 (RIA Novosti) - Russian President Vladimir Putin urged the nation to unite for the sake of the country's development as Russia celebrated National Unity Day on Sunday.
National Unity Day was introduced by the Kremlin in 2005 to replace the communist holiday of November 7 celebrating the 1917 Bolshevik Revolution. November 4 now marks liberation of Russia from Polish invaders in 1612.
"Only by uniting our efforts can we achieve results in developing our country and ensure that it take an appropriate place in the world. That is why, the idea that inspired this holiday seems to be very important to me and deserves support," Putin said.
