🇷🇺 11 июня в резиденции Посла Российской Федерации в Лондоне состоялся торжественный приём по случаю Дня России.
Мероприятие посетили руководители и сотрудники дипмиссий 42 государств СНГ, Азии, Африки, Ближнего Востока, Европы и Латинской Америки, представители расположенных в Лондоне международных организаций, британских политических и деловых кругов, общественных объединений и СМИ, а также российские соотечественники, проживающие в Великобритании.
В ходе приёма, прошедшего в тёплой и дружественной атмосфере, гости имели уникальную возможность ознакомиться с коллекцией русской живописи и скульптуры и отведать традиционные блюда отечественной кухни.
💬 Из выступления Посла России в Великобритании Андрея Келина:
Мероприятие посетили руководители и сотрудники дипмиссий 42 государств СНГ, Азии, Африки, Ближнего Востока, Европы и Латинской Америки, представители расположенных в Лондоне международных организаций, британских политических и деловых кругов, общественных объединений и СМИ, а также российские соотечественники, проживающие в Великобритании.
В ходе приёма, прошедшего в тёплой и дружественной атмосфере, гости имели уникальную возможность ознакомиться с коллекцией русской живописи и скульптуры и отведать традиционные блюда отечественной кухни.
💬 Из выступления Посла России в Великобритании Андрея Келина:
На протяжении веков наша страна играла особую роль как в Европе, так и в мировых делах. Твёрдо отстаивая свои национальные интересы, Россия всегда выступала за равноправие народов мира, их устойчивое и справедливое развитие, неделимость европейской и международной безопасности. Наша страна – независимая, свободная и сильная – не раз сталкивалась со сложнейшими вызовами, и всегда с честью преодолевала их.
Мир вступил в полосу масштабных перемен. Коллективный Запад утрачивает былую роль. Реальностью становится подлинная многополярность. Как показал минувший год, это понимание, пусть и с трудом, пробивает себе дорогу в ключевых странах Запада. Новый миропорядок проще не станет. Однако в нём, возможно, чаще будет удаваться прагматично подбирать «ключи» к осаждающим человечество многочисленным проблемам.
Россия, в свою очередь, продолжит свой путь. Наша цель – обеспечить прочные гарантии мира и безопасности для нашего внутреннего развития, благополучия наших граждан, и мы этого обязательно добьёмся.
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🇷🇺 On 11 June, a formal reception to celebrate #RussiaDay was held at the residence of the Ambassador of the Russian Federation in London.
Participants included heads and staff members of diplomatic missions from 42 countries across the Commonwealth of Independent States, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe and Latin America. Also present were representatives of London-based international organisations, members of British political and business circles, public associations and the media, as well as Russian compatriots residing in the UK.
Held in a warm and welcoming atmosphere, the reception offered guests a unique opportunity to acquaint themselves with a collection of Russian paintings and sculptures. Attendees also enjoyed a selection of traditional Russian cuisine.
💬 Excerpts from Ambassador Andrei Kelin's remarks at the reception:
Participants included heads and staff members of diplomatic missions from 42 countries across the Commonwealth of Independent States, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe and Latin America. Also present were representatives of London-based international organisations, members of British political and business circles, public associations and the media, as well as Russian compatriots residing in the UK.
Held in a warm and welcoming atmosphere, the reception offered guests a unique opportunity to acquaint themselves with a collection of Russian paintings and sculptures. Attendees also enjoyed a selection of traditional Russian cuisine.
💬 Excerpts from Ambassador Andrei Kelin's remarks at the reception:
Throughout centuries our country has played a unique role in both European and global affairs. Firmly upholding its national interests, Russia has always championed the equality of all nations and peoples, their sustainable and just development, as well as the indivisibility of European and international security. Our independent, free and strong nation has repeatedly faced immense challenges and has always overcome them with dignity.
The world has entered an era of profound transformation. The West is gradually losing its once-dominant position. Genuine multipolarity is becoming a reality. The past year has shown that this new understanding, albeit with difficulty, is beginning to take root in key Western countries. While the emerging world order will not be any simpler, it may enable us to find pragmatic solutions to the numerous challenges confronting humanity.
As for Russia, we will continue along our chosen path. Our objective is to ensure lasting peace and security for the sake of our internal development and the well-being of our citizens, and this will be decisively achieved.
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❌ В привязке к заседанию «семёрки» в канадском Кананаскисе британские власти с притворным и неуместным пафосом объявили об очередном транше «антироссийских санкций».
При ближайшем изучении подтверждается наш давний вывод: эпизодически выпускаемые Лондоном «под случай» списки с понадёрганными малоизвестными именами и компаниями окончательно измельчали. Характеризуются редеющим и всё более пёстрым интернациональным составом фигурантов вкупе с хромающей на обе ноги орфографией.
Вот и на сей раз на Даунинг-стрит не нашли ничего лучше, как подвести под рестрикции двух собственных граждан, находящуюся на стадии ликвидации в британской юрисдикции компанию, а также человека по имени то ли Егор, то ли Игорь (видимо, в понимании местных знатоков, они равнозначны).
От всего этого отдаёт инерцией и безыдейностью. А главное, вопреки заверениям британских руководителей, никакого воздействия на российскую экономику и, тем более политику, эти меры не оказывают.
Предлагаем британскому официозу, наконец, прислушаться к заокеанскому начальству и уяснить бессмысленность продолжения несостоятельных и неправомерных санкционных потуг.
☝️ Они вредят отнюдь не России, а исключительно престижу и экономическому благополучию самого Соединённого Королевства.
При ближайшем изучении подтверждается наш давний вывод: эпизодически выпускаемые Лондоном «под случай» списки с понадёрганными малоизвестными именами и компаниями окончательно измельчали. Характеризуются редеющим и всё более пёстрым интернациональным составом фигурантов вкупе с хромающей на обе ноги орфографией.
Вот и на сей раз на Даунинг-стрит не нашли ничего лучше, как подвести под рестрикции двух собственных граждан, находящуюся на стадии ликвидации в британской юрисдикции компанию, а также человека по имени то ли Егор, то ли Игорь (видимо, в понимании местных знатоков, они равнозначны).
От всего этого отдаёт инерцией и безыдейностью. А главное, вопреки заверениям британских руководителей, никакого воздействия на российскую экономику и, тем более политику, эти меры не оказывают.
Предлагаем британскому официозу, наконец, прислушаться к заокеанскому начальству и уяснить бессмысленность продолжения несостоятельных и неправомерных санкционных потуг.
☝️ Они вредят отнюдь не России, а исключительно престижу и экономическому благополучию самого Соединённого Королевства.
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❌ Just in time for the G7 summit in Kananaskis, Canada, the UK authorities, with feigned and misplaced theatrics, have announced yet another batch of "anti-Russian sanctions".
A closer look confirms what has long been evident: the lists sporadically issued by London — featuring randomly chosen little-known names and companies — have become quite meaningless. They are marked by a dwindling and increasingly eclectic international cast of characters, coupled with questionable spelling.
This time, Downing Street managed to sanction two of its own nationals, a British-registered company already undergoing liquidation and an individual named either Yegor or Igor — for some local connoisseurs, apparently interchangeable Russian names.
The entire exercise reeks of inertia and lack of creativity. Contrary to claims of the British leadership, such measures will continue to have no effect on the Russian economy, let alone its political course.
We advise the British officials to finally heed the counsel of their transatlantic patrons and recognise the futility of persisting with ineffective and unlawful sanctions.
☝️ They do not harm Russia, but rather the reputation and economic welfare of the United Kingdom itself.
A closer look confirms what has long been evident: the lists sporadically issued by London — featuring randomly chosen little-known names and companies — have become quite meaningless. They are marked by a dwindling and increasingly eclectic international cast of characters, coupled with questionable spelling.
This time, Downing Street managed to sanction two of its own nationals, a British-registered company already undergoing liquidation and an individual named either Yegor or Igor — for some local connoisseurs, apparently interchangeable Russian names.
The entire exercise reeks of inertia and lack of creativity. Contrary to claims of the British leadership, such measures will continue to have no effect on the Russian economy, let alone its political course.
We advise the British officials to finally heed the counsel of their transatlantic patrons and recognise the futility of persisting with ineffective and unlawful sanctions.
☝️ They do not harm Russia, but rather the reputation and economic welfare of the United Kingdom itself.
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🗓 Today the 28th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) kicked off in Russia's northern capital, welcoming over 20,000 participants from 140 countries and territories.
With broad international representation — from the CIS and BRICS to ASEAN, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America — SPIEF remains one of the world's leading platforms for global economic dialogue and fostering business cooperation.
Running from 18 to 21 June, this year's Forum centres on charting a path toward sustainable development amid mounting global uncertainty. The programme features more than 150 events covering pressing issues such as digital transformation, green economy, healthcare, regional development and technological innovation.
On 20 June, President Vladimir Putin is set to deliver a keynote address during the forum’s plenary session.
Stay tuned for updates and insights from St. Petersburg 👉 forumspb.com/en
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With broad international representation — from the CIS and BRICS to ASEAN, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America — SPIEF remains one of the world's leading platforms for global economic dialogue and fostering business cooperation.
Running from 18 to 21 June, this year's Forum centres on charting a path toward sustainable development amid mounting global uncertainty. The programme features more than 150 events covering pressing issues such as digital transformation, green economy, healthcare, regional development and technological innovation.
On 20 June, President Vladimir Putin is set to deliver a keynote address during the forum’s plenary session.
Stay tuned for updates and insights from St. Petersburg 👉 forumspb.com/en
📸 © Roscongress
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📺 Watch Ambassador Andrei Kelin's interview with CNN's chief international anchor Christiane Amanpour (19 June 2025)
Key talking points:
• For Ukraine, there is a choice: either they accept our conditions now — and there will be a permanent ceasefire and a comprehensive settlement — or we will continue our advance, and Ukraine will have to surrender under much worse conditions.
• Ukraine should not be part of NATO because it is threatening us. Basic human rights must be re-established in Ukraine for everyone, including Russians, Hungarians and Poles living there.
• This [attack on Iran] is an unprovoked strike by Israel, which has always denied to take any obligations under the non-proliferation regime.
• Iran has no intention of developing nuclear weapons. Its purpose is [to use nuclear technologies] for domestic consumption and energy needs. What is going on is a terrible escalation because <...> it can lead to [nuclear] contamination in the region.
• If required, we can offer mediation [between Israel and Iran]. There are important actors in the Middle East and beyond who would welcome these efforts.
Watch the interview on our YouTube channel
Key talking points:
• For Ukraine, there is a choice: either they accept our conditions now — and there will be a permanent ceasefire and a comprehensive settlement — or we will continue our advance, and Ukraine will have to surrender under much worse conditions.
• Ukraine should not be part of NATO because it is threatening us. Basic human rights must be re-established in Ukraine for everyone, including Russians, Hungarians and Poles living there.
• This [attack on Iran] is an unprovoked strike by Israel, which has always denied to take any obligations under the non-proliferation regime.
• Iran has no intention of developing nuclear weapons. Its purpose is [to use nuclear technologies] for domestic consumption and energy needs. What is going on is a terrible escalation because <...> it can lead to [nuclear] contamination in the region.
• If required, we can offer mediation [between Israel and Iran]. There are important actors in the Middle East and beyond who would welcome these efforts.
Watch the interview on our YouTube channel
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🎙 Excerpt from President Vladimir Putin's remarks at the meeting with heads of the world's leading news agencies (19 June 2025)
💬 We do not view NATO's rearmament as a threat to the Russian Federation. Our security is fully self-reliant, and we are continuously enhancing both our Armed Forces and our overall defence capabilities.
Whatever actions NATO takes inevitably pose certain risks, but we will effectively counter any threats that may emerge; there is no doubt about that. In this context, efforts to rearm or raise military spending to 5% of GDP by NATO member countries are meaningless.
For centuries, the notion of a threat from Russia has periodically resurfaced in the West. Western elites have long found it convenient to invoke this perceived threat as a tool for shaping domestic policy. By pointing to an imagined danger from the East, they could justify extracting more funds from taxpayers and deflect blame for their own economic mistakes.
It is evident that the current crisis in relations between Russia and Western Europe effectively began in 2014. However, the issue is not that Russia, as it were, incorporated Crimea, but rather that Western countries facilitated a coup d’état in Ukraine. <...>
NATO countries currently spend $1.4 trillion on defence, more than the rest of the world combined, including Russia and the People’s Republic of China. <...> Our military spending is not even remotely comparable. And we are the ones supposedly planning an attack on NATO? It is absurd.
Everyone understands it is absurd. But people are being misled to justify inflated defence budgets – 3.5%, 5% of GDP – and to distract from failures in the economy and social sphere. <...>
☝️ If NATO countries choose to further increase their defence spending, that is their decision. But it won’t benefit anyone. On the contrary, it will only increase risks. <...> It is irrational and pointless.
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💬 We do not view NATO's rearmament as a threat to the Russian Federation. Our security is fully self-reliant, and we are continuously enhancing both our Armed Forces and our overall defence capabilities.
Whatever actions NATO takes inevitably pose certain risks, but we will effectively counter any threats that may emerge; there is no doubt about that. In this context, efforts to rearm or raise military spending to 5% of GDP by NATO member countries are meaningless.
For centuries, the notion of a threat from Russia has periodically resurfaced in the West. Western elites have long found it convenient to invoke this perceived threat as a tool for shaping domestic policy. By pointing to an imagined danger from the East, they could justify extracting more funds from taxpayers and deflect blame for their own economic mistakes.
It is evident that the current crisis in relations between Russia and Western Europe effectively began in 2014. However, the issue is not that Russia, as it were, incorporated Crimea, but rather that Western countries facilitated a coup d’état in Ukraine. <...>
NATO countries currently spend $1.4 trillion on defence, more than the rest of the world combined, including Russia and the People’s Republic of China. <...> Our military spending is not even remotely comparable. And we are the ones supposedly planning an attack on NATO? It is absurd.
Everyone understands it is absurd. But people are being misled to justify inflated defence budgets – 3.5%, 5% of GDP – and to distract from failures in the economy and social sphere. <...>
☝️ If NATO countries choose to further increase their defence spending, that is their decision. But it won’t benefit anyone. On the contrary, it will only increase risks. <...> It is irrational and pointless.
Read in full
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