Greetings to Russian participants at 23rd Summer Deaflympics 2017-07-31 19:30:00 Vladimir Putin sent a message of greetings to the Russian delegation participating in the 23rd Summer Deaflympics in Samsun, Turkey. The message reads, in part: ”Everyone – athletes, coaches and specialists – did their best, demonstrating team solidarity and a winning attitude. Once again, you convincingly proved that our Deaflympic team is the strongest on the planet. Today's meeting is a tribute of great respect to your courage, hard work and strength of mind. Once again, I congratulate you on an excellent ending to the Games. I wish you good luck and all the best.“