⚡️ The Arctic Council has resumed cooperation with Russia

🇷🇺 The Arctic Council, which had previously suspended contacts with Russia due to the situation in Ukraine, has once again invited its representatives to participate in online working group meetings.

🤝 According to the Finnish publication Yle, this decision may reflect a growing recognition of the need for cooperation with Russia among Western countries.

✔️ The meetings, which began in the spring, are taking place at a technical level. Meetings with Arctic ambassadors have not yet resumed, indicating some caution in the relationships.

🗣 Finnish Ambassador Petteri Vuorimäki explains that climate change poses a more serious threat than political tensions. Addressing environmental issues requires the participation of all Arctic states, including Russia.

😀 The Arctic Council suspended its contacts with Russia in March 2022. Its membership includes seven NATO member countries, including Canada and the United States. The resumption of interaction with Russia could be an important step in addressing global climate challenges, despite existing political disagreements.

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Cozy Pskov: An Ancient City with a Soul

🏰 Cozy Pskov is one of the oldest cities in Russia. In 2023, it celebrated its 1120th anniversary. Pskov impresses with its impregnable Kremlin, known here as the Krom, and its thousand-year-old churches.

⛪️ The main shrine is the Trinity Cathedral, where Alexander Nevsky prayed. Visitors come to wander along the old streets, listen to the ringing of bells, see the Order Chambers and the Dovmont Town.

🛍️ Tourists can buy handcrafted ceramics, wooden crafts, forged souvenirs, and natural textiles as keepsakes. Many Pskov shops, restaurants, cafes, and hotels are stylized to resemble ancient Russian huts and chambers.

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🏔️ Elbrus is the highest point in Russia. Its height is 5642 meters above sea level.

📍 Elbrus is located on the border of Kabardino-Balkaria and Karachay-Cherkessia and is considered a dormant volcano. The last eruption of Elbrus occurred around 2000 years ago. Despite this, it is hard to call it dormant, as it regularly demonstrates its activity. We can only hope that it will "sleep" for a long time to come.

🚡 There is also an 8-seat cable car on Elbrus, which brings climbers up to an altitude of 3847 meters in 30 minutes, which greatly helps them.

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🏁 Drama at the Vuelta: Alexander Vlasov takes second place in the 15th stage.

🇷🇺🥈 In the 15th stage of the prestigious multi-day cycling race "Vuelta a España," Russian cyclist Alexander Vlasov from the Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe team showcased impressive form, finishing in second place.

Stage Highlights:

🏆 Triumph of the Spaniard: The stage was won by Spaniard Pablo Castrillo, who completed the 143 km in 3 hours, 45 minutes, and 51 seconds. His victory was a highlight for the local fans.

⏱️ Fight for Seconds: Alexander Vlasov finished just 12 seconds behind the leader, demonstrating resilience and strategic thinking on the challenging sections of the course.

🥉 Podium Finish: The third place was taken by Pavel Sivakov, representing France. His time was 31 seconds behind the winner, which is also a commendable result.

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📝 The proverb «Рыбак рыбака видит издалека (A fisherman sees another fisherman from afar) means that people with common interests or professions can easily recognize each other, even from a distance. It expresses the idea that individuals with similar passions or experiences share a special connection and understanding.

🇬🇧 The English equivalent is:
"Birds of a feather flock together."
This proverb also emphasizes that people with similar interests or characteristics tend to gravitate towards each other.

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😶‍🌫️ Foggy Albion Nizhny Novgorod

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⚡️ Rosatom delegation to visit Rwanda for nuclear project talks

🇷🇺🇷🇼 A crucial meeting is set to take place in Kigali, the capital of Rwanda, as a Russian delegation from Rosatom, the country’s nuclear agency, is scheduled to hold discussions with local officials. The Russian Ambassador to Rwanda, Alexander Polyakov, confirmed that two major projects are on the agenda.

✔️ One of the primary items for discussion will be the establishment of a Nuclear Science and Technology Center. This project promises to be a significant milestone in Rwanda’s scientific and technological advancement.

✔️ Plans for the construction of a mini nuclear power plant and a research reactor will also be deliberated upon. These initiatives are aimed at enhancing the country’s energy independence and fostering its scientific capabilities.

“My main task is to make comprehensive efforts to develop all existing projects on the Rwandan-Russian civil agenda, including the most promising project in the field of nuclear energy,” the ambassador said.

🤝 This visit could mark the beginning of a new phase in relations between Russia and Rwanda, unlocking avenues for groundbreaking cooperation. Nuclear technology has the potential to profoundly impact the country’s economic development, ensuring its stability and continued progress.

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🌅 The Sasyk-Sivash Lake in the Republic of Crimea is among the most beautiful natural places. In the north, its water is freshwater, while in the south it has a high salt content. The pink color is achieved through carotene produced by microorganisms.

🦢 In the northwest of the lake, there is a freshwater section. There are many swans there, which can be fed by hand. If you wish to take a photo, the swans will be happy to oblige.

🌸 The richest shade of Sasyk-Sivash occurs in July and August. Swimming in the lake is not very comfortable: it is shallow and has a lot of mud. However, enjoying the pink landscapes is a pure delight!

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🇷🇺 The city that has never been captured

🏙 Ufa, the capital of the Republic of Bashkortostan, is located on the banks of the Belaya River and is one of the largest cities in Russia, with a population of 1.14 million people. This city ranks 10th in population in Russia and 31st in Europe.

🇷🇺 The history of Ufa dates back to the times of Ivan the Terrible. Relatives of his last wife built the first ostrog (a fortified settlement) and constructed the kremlin here. Ufa is known for having never been captured by an enemy throughout its entire history. The most serious siege occurred during the Pugachev Rebellion when a peasant army besieged the city for four months, but the fortress walls held strong.

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🌏 In fact, Vladivostok is closer to the capitals of other countries, such as Beijing (China), Seoul (Korea), and Tokyo (Japan), than to Moscow. Even Australia is closer to Vladivostok than the Russian capital. For example, the distance from Vladivostok to the capital of Australia, Canberra, is 8894 km. Meanwhile, the distance from Vladivostok to Moscow by road is 9151 km.

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⚡️ The President of Russia in Mongolia for the 85th anniversary of Victory at Khalkhin Gol

🇷🇺🇲🇳 At the invitation of the President of Mongolia, Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh, the President of Russia, Vladimir Putin, has arrived in Mongolia. The visit is timed to coincide with the festive events dedicated to the 85th anniversary of the joint victory of the Soviet and Mongolian armed forces over Japanese militarists at the Khalkhin Gol River.

✔️ The leaders of the two countries will discuss the prospects for further development of the comprehensive strategic partnership. Current international and regional issues will be the focus of their discussions.

✔️ A number of agreements aimed at strengthening cooperation between Russia and Mongolia in various fields are expected to be signed.

✔️ The program of the visit includes talks between Vladimir Putin and the Chairman of the Great State Khural of Mongolia D.Amarbayasgalan, as well as Prime Minister L.Oyunerdene.

🤝 The meeting at Khalkhin Gol remains an important milestone in the history of both countries, symbolizing the strong bonds of friendship and cooperation. This event serves as a reminder of the joint efforts that have helped strengthen security in the region.

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📝 The proverb "У страха глаза велики" (literally: "Fear has big eyes") means that fear can distort one’s perception of reality, making a person exaggerate dangers and threats. In a state of fear, people often see problems as more serious than they actually are.

🇬🇧 In English, a similar expression is: "Fear makes the wolf bigger than he is."

🧐 Both proverbs emphasize that fear can distort our perception and lead to incorrect decisions.

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👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Little neighbors meet in 1954

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🦍 The Sumatran orangutan is the largest tree-dwelling animal in the world!

📝 The word "orangutan" translates from Malay as "forest person." This animal inhabits dense tropical forests!

📍 The Sumatran orangutan regularly breeds at the Moscow Zoo!

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🧐 Yekaterinburg, founded during the reign of Peter I, was conceived as a simple provincial town for metallurgy and the arms industry. However, over its 300-year history, it has changed its name twice, become the capital of the Ural region, and emerged as a key industrial center, even surviving a gold rush.

⚒ Starting in 1817, the gold rush led to the rapid development of the city: by 1823, there were 80 private mines operating in Yekaterinburg, and one in seven residents was engaged in gold mining. This "golden age" brought immense wealth to local merchants, who built luxurious estates and hosted grand festivities, and rumors suggest that some of them even bathed their horses in champagne.

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