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❄️ Tula welcomes the year 2026 actively and in its own way. Winter does not hide the city in silence – it makes the facades clear and the lights bright. Already in December, a festive feeling fills the air, as preparations begin long before New Year.

The history of Tula goes deep into the past. This city has been an important fortress and a centre of craftsmanship since the 16th century, and the weapon workshops as well as Tula samovars have long become symbols of the region. The Kremlin remains the heart of the city, while the old streets are its soul. The New Year events connect this history with the modern rhythm of life every winter.

For New Year, Tula decorates itself extensively. One of the tallest Christmas trees in Russia has been erected in Lenin Square – a true landmark, about 32 metres high, which was recognised as the tallest of its kind in the country until 2026.

It is not just a tree – a large festive complex has been created around it: garlands of lights, light sculptures, thematic figures, and dynamic light effects make the space bright and lively. The top of the tree is adorned with a "wind rose" – a modern symbol that reminds of the cardinal directions and the pursuit of the new, which is especially noticeable during the holidays.

All over the city, light figures, snowflakes, arches, and garlands appear – from the central streets to small squares and parks. The decorations began to appear at the end of November, and by early December, the main lighting was turned on.

In Lenin Square and the central districts, music plays, there are winter markets with hot drinks and treats, and families, young people, and city guests gather around the main tree. Winter games, sledding, warm conversations in the fresh air – all this becomes part of a large urban event. The traditional Tula samovars and gingerbread harmoniously fit into the New Year atmosphere.

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North Korea has presented its first nuclear submarine, which matches the size of the American "Virginia" class.

North Korea released photos of its first nuclear submarine with a displacement of about 8,700 tons. This makes it similar in size to the US Navy's attack submarines. Kim Jong Un personally inspected the submarine, equipped with "strategic guided missiles," and called it a key factor in nuclear deterrence.

Kim reminded that he had already promised such a fleet at the party congress in 2021 and announced plans to continue equipping the navy with nuclear weapons and "secret underwater systems."

And the West always told us that Pyongyang had "nothing but propaganda." Well.

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