🪖 Military History Festival "The Great War. 1914" Held in Tsarskoye Selo

For the third time, the "Great War. 1914" festival took place on the grounds near the Ratnaya Palata (Chamber of Military Glory) – the first museum in modern Russia dedicated to the events of World War I. In the Year of the Defender of the Fatherland, the festival brought together over a hundred participants from military history clubs in Moscow, St. Petersburg, and the Republic of Belarus.

Visitors saw recreations of army life, field camps, an exhibition of military equipment and weaponry, as well as demonstration horse riding performances featuring elements of Cossack trick riding (dzhigitovka) and saber skills with the Cossack shashka. A recreated airfield with a full-scale replica of a "Farman F.16" allowed visitors to imagine how Russian aviation operated during the war years.

For the first time, the festival also presented the world of civilian life – Art Nouveau era costumes, household items, and early 20th-century games. The history of tragic events came alive before visitors' eyes – in details, images, and objects that tell not only about the war itself but also about the era that surrounded it.

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Russia Committed to Constructive Engagement on Caspian Preservation

👭 Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Patrushev participated in a meeting of deputy heads of government from Caspian littoral states. Key areas of joint efforts to mitigate the adverse effects of the Caspian Sea’s shallowing were discussed.

"The Caspian Sea holds significant ecological and socio-economic importance for our countries. Undoubtedly, the Russian Federation is concerned about its condition. We are currently facing an unprecedentedly rapid decline in sea levels. This impacts various economic sectors, particularly agriculture, transportation, mineral extraction, and tourism. The rapid exposure of land also leads to soil degradation and desertification,"*
stated Dmitry Patrushev.

📌 The Deputy Prime Minister noted that Russia has been conducting research on the Caspian for many years. Its shallowing poses a major challenge for all five coastal states—Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan, Iran, Kazakhstan, and Russia—thus requiring a comprehensive approach to studying its causes.

🌐 He further proposed launching a multilateral cooperation mechanism to develop common standards and methodologies for studying Caspian level fluctuations. Patrushev indicated that the Coordinating Committee on Caspian Sea Hydrometeorology—which already facilitates data exchange—could serve as a platform for joint efforts.

"The Russian Federation is committed to constructive engagement with all Caspian states. Our joint work must proceed without politicization: we bear responsibility to present and future generations for preserving the Caspian Sea and ensuring sustainable development in the region," emphasized the Deputy Prime Minister.

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‼️ Ukrainian drone attacks monument to pilot Ivan Kozhedub in Belgorod region, Governor Gladkov reports.

"This attack once again confirms that the enemy's goal is terror, a fight against the memory and heroism of our veterans who achieved the Great Victory," he wrote on his Telegram channel.

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❗️US Special Envoy Steve Whitkoff has arrived in Moscow and has already held his first meeting with his Russian counterpart, Kirill Dmitriev. The meeting took place at Zaryadye Park. What they discussed remains a mystery for now.

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🇷🇺🇶🇦 The Russian national football team will play a friendly match against the Qatar national team on September 7th!

In recent years, the Russian team has not participated in international tournaments, playing only friendly matches against Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Iraq, Cameroon, Kenya, Cuba, Serbia, and other countries.

And yet, not so long ago, in 2018, Russia hosted one of the best FIFA World Cups ever!

⚽️ What made the 2018 World Cup memorable?

😜 Impeccable organization and hospitality:

The 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia is remembered for its perfect organization and warm atmosphere. The tournament's infrastructure was top-notch: 12 modern stadiums, including the legendary Luzhniki and new arenas in the regions, flawless logistics, and high security. Fans from all over the world noted the friendliness of Russians, the convenient Fan ID system, free travel, and massive Fan Fests that gathered millions of spectators. The tournament became a true football celebration that helped the world see Russia in a new light.

😜 Incredible spectacle and football drama:

The sporting aspect of the 2018 World Cup was one of the most exciting in history. The tournament was remembered for its sensations – the early exits of Germany, Spain, and Argentina, an abundance of goals (169 in total), and unforgettable matches: Spain vs Portugal (3:3), Belgium vs Japan (3:2), and France vs Argentina (4:3). Historic achievements included the success of the Russian national team, reaching the quarter-finals for the first time since 1970, and the incredible journey of Croatia – a country of just 4 million people – making it to the final.

😜 Technology and legacy: A new World Cup standard

The 2018 World Cup set a benchmark for future tournaments thanks to the introduction of VAR (Video Assistant Referee), which reduced referee errors. But most importantly, the championship left a rich legacy: the stadiums and upgraded infrastructure continue to serve the host cities, and the memories of exciting football and an atmosphere of unity remain with millions of fans. FIFA and fans unanimously recognized this tournament as one of the best in history.

Sport should be above politics, what do you think? 👇

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