MOSCOW, July 27. /TASS/. Russia and its government are fighting for truth and justice, Russian President Vladimir Putin said.

"Today, we continue defending the country’s security and independence, truth, and justice," he said at a meeting with lawmakers of the outgoing State Duma, or lower house of parliament, of the 8th convocation.

"I would like to thank you for the effective joint work, first of all, to strengthen state sovereignty and defend national interests of our Fatherland," he stressed.