🇷🇺Perhaps everyone has heard the expression that Moscow stands on seven hills. Unfortunately, there is no unified opinion on this matter; however, in 1980, a guidebook noscriptd "Moscow" was published, listing the names of these seven hills:

1️⃣ Borovitsky Hill. This is where the historical center of the capital is located – the Kremlin, Red Square, and part of Kitai-Gorod.

2️⃣ Sretensky Hill. It is situated in the interfluve of the Yauza and Neglinnaya rivers.

3️⃣ Sparrow Hills, which were known as Lenin Hills during the Soviet era.

4️⃣ Lefortovo Hill. The area of Lefortovo was named after Franz Lefort, a companion of Peter the Great.

5️⃣ Tverskoy Hill. An ancient road to Tver passed along its slope.

6️⃣ Three Hills (Troikhgorny Hill). Once a remote outskirts of the city, the Three Hills area can now confidently be considered a center of the capital.

7️⃣ Tagansky Hill. Since the 16th century, this area has been home to the Taganskaya sloboda, where residents made tagans – stands for cauldrons during cooking.

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🐻‍❄️ Katyusha, like all children, is happy about the snow

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🎄 New Year's breakfast right on the edge of the forest

Warm tea, pancakes, and mandarins — you couldn't wish for anything better 🦌

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📰🇷🇺 The Kremlin has carefully reviewed the statement made by the elected President of the United States, Donald Trump, regarding Ukraine, but for negotiations to take place, Kyiv needs to lift the decree that prohibits them. This was stated by the press secretary of the President of Russia, Dmitry Peskov.

"We have carefully reviewed the statement made by the elected President of the United States, Donald Trump, after his meeting in Paris with Macron and Zelensky," Peskov told reporters.

✔️ He reminded that the President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, has repeatedly stated that Russia is open to negotiations on Ukraine and welcomes peace initiatives primarily coming from the Global South, partners in BRICS - China, India, Brazil, South Africa, as well as those working on humanitarian efforts from the UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia.

"Our position on Ukraine is well known," continued the Kremlin representative. "The conditions for an immediate ceasefire were outlined by President Putin in June of this year during his speech at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia. It is important to note that it is Ukraine that has refused and continues to refuse to engage in negotiations."

❌ Dmitry Peskov pointed out that by his decree, Vladimir Zelensky has prohibited himself and his administration from any contacts with the Russian leadership.

"Their position does not change. Meanwhile, for a peaceful trajectory, it would be enough for Zelensky to lift this decree and give instructions to resume dialogue based on the Istanbul agreements and taking into account the realities on the ground," emphasized the press secretary of the head of state.

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🇷🇺🇸🇾 Russia is extremely concerned about the dramatic events in Syria — Russian Foreign Ministry

Representatives of the Russian Foreign Ministry stated that Moscow did not participate in the negotiations between the President of Syria and the armed opposition regarding a peaceful transfer of power.

"We urge all parties involved to refrain from using violence and to resolve all governance issues through political means," the Russian Foreign Ministry stated, emphasizing that they are in contact with all factions of the Syrian opposition.

The ministry added that Russian military bases on the territory of Syria are on heightened combat readiness.

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🇷🇺🪶 A multimedia show was held in St. Petersburg to celebrate the 225th anniversary of Pushkin

Palace Square became the center of the celebration, and the walls of the General Staff transformed into a giant canvas for impressive animations.

Captivating visual effects brought to life the magical worlds created by the classic writer, immersing the audience in the atmosphere of Pushkin's works.

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🇸🇾🇷🇺 Bashar Assad arrived in Moscow with his family, TASS reports citing a source in the Kremlin.

Russia has granted them asylum.

Syrian rebels have guaranteed the safety of Russian military bases and diplomatic missions, the agency's source clarified.

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😀 Just look at how Krasnodar has been decorated for the New Year!

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🧮 First-grade students of Moscow School No. 609 with the electronic computing machine "Cheburashka" in 1986.

A bit of a scary Cheburashka, don't you think?

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🐾 Moscow Zoo, without leaving your home!

Did you know that you can observe many inhabitants of the Moscow Zoo without leaving your house?

📹 Two months ago, a unique opportunity arose to watch the residents of the Moscow Zoo online, with 29 cameras installed in 10 enclosures.

The live streams have already been viewed over 820,000 times.

🐼 The most popular animals are the pandas, capybaras, and Pallas's cats.

The video broadcasts are available during the zoo's operating hours - every day from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

👇 Let's quickly follow the link and get to know the animals better!

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📰🇷🇺 The flag of the Syrian opposition has been raised above the Syrian embassy on Mansurovsky Lane in Moscow.

We remind you that the flag of Syria was taken down last night after militants from terrorist groups took control of Damascus. Syrian President Bashar al-Assad made the decision to step down from his position and left the country following negotiations with participants in the Syrian conflict. He ordered a peaceful transfer of power.

Against the backdrop of the difficult situation in Syria, Russian military bases are on heightened alert. It was clarified that there is no threat to their security. The Russian side is taking all necessary measures to ensure the safety of Russians in Syria.

For its part, the Syrian opposition expressed hope for good relations with Moscow. Anas al-Abda, a member of the political committee of the National Coalition of Opposition and Revolutionary Forces, emphasized that the common interests of both sides should be considered a priority. The militants also provided security guarantees to the Syrian government.

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🇷🇺 Today, on the Day of Heroes of the Fatherland, the President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, participated in a solemn ceremony of awarding the "Golden Star" medals to the Heroes of Russia.

The event took place in the Georgievsky Hall of the Grand Kremlin Palace.

💬 In his speech, the president noted:

"Today, on the Day of Heroes of the Fatherland, we pay tribute to all our fellow citizens who have performed outstanding deeds for the sake of the country and its future. Their labor, actions, and military feats exemplify selfless service to the Motherland and their people."

Putin also emphasized the courage of Russian soldiers participating in the special military operation.

"We are proud of the bravery of our soldiers fighting in the zone of the special military operation. Their determination leaves no doubt that we will win. No one will be able to conquer or break Russia. On our side are truth, the power of arms, and the strength of spirit," the president stated.

📌 Vladimir Putin added that Russia will continue to rely on the heroes of the special military operation, emphasizing that they are the true, genuine elite and pride of the country.

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🇷🇺 "There should be days when the country remembers people like you, those who bear the heavy burden of service in the name of the Motherland": Putin toasted to the Heroes of Russia who defend the Fatherland.

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🇷🇺🛡 Today in Russia, the Day of Heroes of the Fatherland is celebrated – a holiday in honor of the heroes who demonstrated courage and selflessness in defense of their country.

🗓 The holiday was established in 2007 by presidential decree and applies not only to military personnel and participants in combat operations but also to civilians who made significant efforts to protect their fellow citizens.

✔️ The holiday is one of the significant ones for Russia, as it calls for strengthening patriotic feelings and respect for the history and culture of our country.

The innoscription on the poster: "The Russian people will never be on their knees."

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🎄🇷🇺 The main New Year tree of the country has been cut down in the Moscow region.

🚘 The forester who found Russia's main New Year tree was awarded a new car. This was reported by the director of the Borodinsky branch of the State Institution of the Moscow Region "Mosoblles," Makhach Shirinov. "This year, a Chevrolet Niva will be provided. It will be exclusively for work," he said.

🔎 The fir tree was discovered back in June. It was found by Igor Levotskin, an employee of the Drovin forestry, near the village of Znamenka in the Moscow region.

❗️The tree is 90 years old, 25 meters tall, and has a branch span of 8 meters.

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🧊🌊 Ice caves of Baikal, formed by the power of the waves

Truly otherworldly views! 😍

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😳 Mosquitoes spotted on snowdrifts in Moscow

🦟 Did you know that mosquitoes can be active even in winter? In Moscow, after a snowfall, mosquitoes were noticed on the snowdrifts. These insects are not dangerous and are definitely not harbingers of warming or cooling. The Moscow Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Protection explained that there are species of mosquitoes that remain active even in cold weather.

"These insects are active year-round, but people pay more attention to them in winter because they are easily visible on the white snow. In fact, this is a common species for Moscow and Central Russia. These mosquitoes are not harbingers of warming or cooling; they are harmless and do not bite," said Azamat Kunafin, head of the biodiversity monitoring department of the Moscow Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Protection.

📌 They differ from summer mosquitoes not only by not drinking blood but also by having longer legs.

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🔖 Ancient Tower on Mount Hakun in Ossetia, Russia

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