Jeddah, Ramadan 16, 1438, Jun 11, 2017, SPA -- Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Second Deputy Premier and Minister of Defense, has sent a cable of congratulations to President Vladimir Putin of the Russian Federation on the occasion of the National Day of his country. In his cable, the Deputy Crown Prince expressed sincere congratulations and good wishes for the President, the government and the friendly people of Russia for steady progress and prosperity. --SPA 17:15 LOCAL TIME 14:15 GMT www.spa.gov.sa/w425698