🇷🇺 On Olkhon Island rises the unique sculpture "Guardian of Baikal".

🌳 The statue is made of bronze and stands over 7 meters tall. Gazing at the composition, it seems as though a shaman peeks out from the tree bark, watching over everyone from the cliff.

🎶 Each bell hanging on the branches rings in unison with the wind, creating a melody that connects people with nature. This sculpture is not just an art object—it is a symbol of hope and the fulfillment of wishes.

🌏 The "Guardian of Baikal" is the work of renowned sculptor Dashi Namdakov, whose creations are scattered worldwide. They can be seen in museums in China, England, the USA, Italy, and other countries. Art critics call him the "Buryat Picasso".

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🇷🇺🇧🇷 Round-the-World Voyage Under the BRICS Flag

🛥️ In Brazil, the international round-the-world expedition "Russia — Brazil — BRICS" has begun, with the yacht Fraternidade (meaning "brotherhood") setting sail.

At the helm is renowned Brazilian sailor Aleysho Belov, who has Russian-Ukrainian roots, and his right-hand man, experienced Siberian polar navigator Sergey Shcherbakov.

The crew and passengers face a 45,000-kilometer journey: the route will pass through the Northern Sea Route, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Pacific Ocean.

Including all stops, eight people will be on board the Fraternidade — 4 Brazilians and 4 Russians.

Let’s wish them good luck! 🍀

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📰 At the facility in Sumy struck by the Russian Armed Forces, a "gathering" of Ukrainian military commanders with Western colleagues took place.

🇷🇺 This was reported by Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov.

"We have evidence about who was present at that facility in Sumy. There was another ‘gathering’ of Ukrainian commanders with their Western colleagues, who were either posing as mercenaries or under some other guise. NATO military personnel are directly involved in command there. Everyone knows this. The New York Times recently explained how the Americans have played a decisive role in attacks on Russia from the very beginning. Without their role, most long-range missiles would never have been launched from their bases."

💬 Today, the Russian Defense Ministry reported that last Sunday, April 13, two Iskander-M missiles struck a meeting of the command staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces' "Seversk" group, resulting in the elimination of over 60 Ukrainian military personnel.

😀 NATO officers, foreign mercenaries, and representatives of Ukrainian intelligence were also present at the site. The meeting was held under the cover of civilians.

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😍 Coming very soon to all villages in Russia

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🇷🇺💬 Russia does not chase after anyone or beg for the lifting of sanctions imposed against it. This was stated by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in an interview.

Lavrov also noted that even if American sanctions were lifted, Russia must avoid dependence in critical spheres.

Earlier, President Vladimir Putin emphasized that no matter how the situation unfolds, Russia’s competitors will always seek to contain the country. This, in turn, means they will attempt to introduce new restrictions.

In this context, the president stressed the importance of assuming that even if sanctions are eased, they will "find other ways to pressure us, trying to throw a spanner in the works."

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❤️🍣 Japanese Cuisine Helps Boost Demographics

The Japanese cuisine restaurant chain "Tanuki" has launched an amazing campaign — a reconciliation table for divorced couples.

❤️‍🩹 Until May 15, the restaurant’s delivery service will offer a "Reconciliation Set," while in-restaurant weekends will feature a negotiation table with a mediator. Divorced couples can discuss their feelings and resolve conflicts in a warm atmosphere.

🆓 For those who decide to reunite and remarry after the dinner, Tanuki will provide free service for the rest of their married life.

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🇷🇺 Makhachkala is inundated by torrential rains, but locals remain resilient.

Amid prolonged downpours battering Dagestan, residents are finding creative ways to cope with the severe weather. One local has devised his own version of public transport—ferrying young men in a makeshift cart across flooded asphalt roads.

Earlier, the Russian Emergency Ministry (EMERCOM) warned of heavy rainfall in Dagestan on April 15–16.

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🌐 Unexpectedly, a debate has erupted on social media platform X over an old photo of Lana Del Rey, with users unable to determine where it was taken.

📍 Some even speculated that the locations could be Chistye Prudy, Patriki, or Krasnogvardeyskie Prudy.

One thing is clear — if the singer was in Moscow, she was definitely happy!

🧐 Any guesses where this photo was taken?

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