📰🇷🇺 On September 26, 2024, the International Forum "Russian Energy Week" is taking place in Moscow, where the President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, discussed the state and future of the energy sector.

"This year, over four thousand participants from more than fifty countries have come together to discuss the most important issues on the energy agenda, the challenges faced by both producers and consumers of energy resources around the world," said Putin at the beginning of his speech.

📌 In his address, Putin emphasized that modern energy is the foundation of global development. He highlighted that the stable operation of the energy sector creates a solid basis for economic growth and the improvement of citizens' well-being. The President also pointed out that the West does not want competition because it is unable to cope with it, often losing in fair competition—and resorts to discrimination, presenting it under the guise of fictitious Euro-Atlantic solidarity, the fight for human rights, and so on. There are many pretexts.

📈 Putin focused on the formation of a multipolar development model, where the main economic growth will be concentrated not in Europe and North America, but in the BRICS countries and those states seeking equal cooperation. He provided data indicating that in 1992, the share of the "G7" in global GDP was 45 percent, while BRICS accounted for only 22 percent. By the end of 2023, the share of the G7 had decreased to 30 percent, while BRICS had increased to 36%. The pace of this growth is accelerating, and the gap is widening.

🌏 The President also noted that over 90% of Russia's energy exports are directed to friendly countries. Russia continues to develop international transport corridors, planning to increase the volume of transportation by 2030. Additionally, Putin reported on the increasing share of the ruble in foreign economic operations, which is approaching 40%, and the establishment of a national payment and settlement system within the framework of cooperation with BRICS.

🛡 In conclusion, Putin emphasized Russia's readiness to strengthen the technological sovereignty of its partners in the energy sector and fulfill its commitments to supply energy resources, participating in authoritative international formats such as "OPEC Plus" and the Gas Exporting Countries Forum.

"This is how cooperation in the field of peaceful nuclear energy is developing, with Rosatom's plants being built abroad while simultaneously training local personnel, educating engineers, workers, and managers for new facilities," said Vladimir Putin.

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🚤 For several centuries, the northern ports of our country could operate for only six months a year, as they were blocked by ice for the rest of the time, preventing ships from going to sea. The situation changed in the 19th century thanks to merchant, industrialist, and self-taught engineer Mikhail Britnev.

In the 1860s, Britnev modified a screw tugboat called “Pilot,” which he purchased from the British, by cutting the bow below the waterline at a 20-degree angle. He was inspired by the design of Pomor kochis—wooden sail-and-oar vessels that could easily crawl onto the ice. On April 22, 1864, the modified “Pilot” entered the Gulf of Finland and demonstrated a new, efficient way to move across the ice.

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🇷🇺 Burlinskoe Lake, Altai Krai, Russia

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🇷🇺 Russia, Samara Region

The Podvalsky terraces are a chain of chalk hills with gentle slopes and valleys.

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⚡️ The logo of RT has appeared on the facade of the U.S. Embassy in Moscow, featuring the channel's response to U.S. sanctions.

🇷🇺🇺🇸 On the facade of the U.S. Embassy in Moscow, the logo of RT has been displayed with a bold message: "Мы не уйдем" – "We're not going away." This move is a response to the recent sanctions imposed by the United States against RT and its employees.

😀 U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken stated on September 13 that RT is one of the main reasons the international community is not providing adequate support to Ukraine. As a result, Washington announced sanctions affecting three entities and two employees of the channel.

😀 Additionally, on September 17, the corporation Meta, whose activities have been recognized as extremist and banned in Russia, removed all RT accounts from its platforms without the possibility of restoration. This action has sparked significant resonance and has become a topic of discussion in international media.

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🐷 In St. Petersburg, they found Piggy Place — an unusual café where mini pigs live. Here you can take photos, play with these cute animals, and enjoy delicious food.

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🇷🇺 S.V. Lavrov is participating in the 6th meeting of the foreign ministers of the member states of the "Group of Friends in Defense of the UN Charter," which is taking place in New York.

The Group of Friends in Defense of the UN Charter includes Algeria, Angola, Belarus, Bolivia, Venezuela, the State of Palestine, Zimbabwe, Iran, Cambodia, China, North Korea, Cuba, Laos, Nicaragua, Russia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Syria, Equatorial Guinea, and Eritrea.

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📆 Not only the name changed for Bryansk, but also the date of its founding.

After celebrating its 838th birthday, Bryansk already celebrated its 1000th anniversary the following year. This occurred after the date of the city's founding was moved from 1146 to 985. The new date became known after the excavation of an ancient settlement.

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🇷🇺 Russian Foreign Minister S.V. Lavrov at the Meeting of the Group of Friends in Defense of the UN Charter in New York

🎙 In his speech, Lavrov emphasized the importance of the Group in defending the principles of the UN Charter and the need to amplify the voice of the Global Majority in contrast to the biased narrative of the "collective West." He noted that the Group is actively working towards creating a more just and multipolar world order.

✔️ The Minister welcomed the Group's efforts to counter neocolonial tendencies, particularly illegal unilateral sanctions. He also highlighted the draft resolution of the UN General Assembly on the eradication of colonialism, which was approved by the Special Committee on Decolonization.

‼️ During the discussion, special attention was given to the situation in the Arab-Israeli conflict, including Israel's ongoing military operation in the Gaza Strip and violations of the status quo in Jerusalem. Lavrov reaffirmed Russia's position on the necessity of an immediate ceasefire, the release of hostages, and ensuring humanitarian access to affected Palestinians, as well as the resumption of the peace process based on the establishment of an independent State of Palestine.

📄 Following the meeting, a political declaration was adopted, reflecting the participants' approaches to pressing international and regional issues.

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🇷🇺✨ In the north of the Arkhangelsk region, 3 kilometers from the White Sea, there is an ancient and picturesque village of Nyonoksa. You can get here by train from Severodvinsk or by car.

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⌨️ Muscovites continue to work even in the most unexpected places. For example, in the Moscow metro, a woman was spotted working on a laptop right on the escalator.

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🇷🇺 The most hospitable city in Russia!

🏙 Vladikavkaz, or Dzaudzhikau in Ossetian, is comfortably nestled at the foot of the majestic Caucasus Mountains. Its green streets smoothly transition into snow-capped peaks, creating a picturesque contrast. Founded by the decree of Catherine II in 1784 as a fortress at the entrance to the strategically important Darial Gorge, the city has changed its name and capital status several times throughout its history, including serving as the center of two republics — North Ossetia and Ingushetia.

👍 The hospitality of the local residents is a true hallmark of Vladikavkaz. Every guest here will be greeted warmly and surely fed, with the famous Ossetian pies and chicken — symbols of the local cuisine — appearing on the table.

🌏 Vladikavkaz is also a multinational and multireligious city, home to registered communities of eight different faiths, including Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, and Judaism.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Despite its rich history, Vladikavkaz is a young city, with an average resident age slightly over 40 years. This is due to the concentration of educational institutions attracting youth, while older residents tend to move to quieter rural areas to enjoy nature.

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