The message reads, in part:
“The unique Ostankino TV tower was built thanks to the bold idea and the creative talent and innovations of scientists, designers, architects, workers and communications experts. Importantly, this strategic facility has made a tremendous contribution throughout its history to the development of Russian television and radio broadcasting and the establishment of a unified information space in Russia. It has served as an experimental site for testing and introducing advanced technologies in mass communications and creating additional services for various agencies and structures. And obviously, the Ostankino TV tower is a well-known, distinctive symbol of our capital, a famous tourist landmark.”