🎙 Excerpt from President Vladimir Putin's remarks during the keel-laying ceremony for Stalingrad nuclear icebreaker (St Petersburg, 18 November 2025)
💬 Russia is actively and consistently developing its unique icebreaker fleet, adding modern equipment to it. Much credit for this undoubtedly goes to our remarkable shipbuilders, nuclear scientists, engineers, designers, workers and other professionals. Thank you for your hard work and your focus on achieving maximum results.
It is thanks to you that Russia is now the only country in the world capable of building a series of powerful and reliable nuclear-powered icebreakers. It is of fundamental importance that we are doing this using our own, Russian technologies.
For example, the icebreaker Stalingrad will be the sixth serial vessel under this project. The first four icebreakers – the lead icebreaker Arktika and the three serial vessels Sibir, Ural and Yakutia – are already successfully operating in the Arctic, piloting cargo vessels along the Northern Sea Route [...]
We will continue to build up the capacity of our icebreaker fleet despite the current difficulties and challenges, developing the national shipbuilding industry and laying down breakthrough scientific and technological groundwork.
The challenges we face are of truly historical significance. It is vital to consistently strengthen Russia's positions in the Arctic, making full use of the national logistics capacity and ensuring the development of the promising Trans-Arctic Transport Corridor from St Petersburg to Vladivostok.
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💬 Russia is actively and consistently developing its unique icebreaker fleet, adding modern equipment to it. Much credit for this undoubtedly goes to our remarkable shipbuilders, nuclear scientists, engineers, designers, workers and other professionals. Thank you for your hard work and your focus on achieving maximum results.
It is thanks to you that Russia is now the only country in the world capable of building a series of powerful and reliable nuclear-powered icebreakers. It is of fundamental importance that we are doing this using our own, Russian technologies.
For example, the icebreaker Stalingrad will be the sixth serial vessel under this project. The first four icebreakers – the lead icebreaker Arktika and the three serial vessels Sibir, Ural and Yakutia – are already successfully operating in the Arctic, piloting cargo vessels along the Northern Sea Route [...]
We will continue to build up the capacity of our icebreaker fleet despite the current difficulties and challenges, developing the national shipbuilding industry and laying down breakthrough scientific and technological groundwork.
The challenges we face are of truly historical significance. It is vital to consistently strengthen Russia's positions in the Arctic, making full use of the national logistics capacity and ensuring the development of the promising Trans-Arctic Transport Corridor from St Petersburg to Vladivostok.
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❌ Обратили внимание на очередные провокационные заявления главы британского оборонного ведомства Джона Хили. На этот раз поводом послужила деятельность российского океанографического исследовательского судна «Янтарь» в международных водах.
Бесконечные обвинения и подозрения британского руководства вызывают только улыбку. Действия нашей страны не затрагивают интересы Соединённого Королевства и не направлены на подрыв его безопасности. Нам не интересны британские подводные коммуникации.
Однако Лондон своим русофобским курсом и нагнетанием милитаристской истерии способствует дальнейшей деградации европейской безопасности, создавая предпосылки для новых опасных ситуаций.
Призываем британскую сторону воздерживаться от деструктивных шагов, усугубляющих кризисные явления на европейском континенте.
Бесконечные обвинения и подозрения британского руководства вызывают только улыбку. Действия нашей страны не затрагивают интересы Соединённого Королевства и не направлены на подрыв его безопасности. Нам не интересны британские подводные коммуникации.
Однако Лондон своим русофобским курсом и нагнетанием милитаристской истерии способствует дальнейшей деградации европейской безопасности, создавая предпосылки для новых опасных ситуаций.
Призываем британскую сторону воздерживаться от деструктивных шагов, усугубляющих кризисные явления на европейском континенте.
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Forwarded from Генеральное консульство России в Эдинбурге
🗓️ On November 19, 1894, in
St. Petersburg, Emperor Nicholas II accepted the post of Colonel-in-Chief of the 2nd Dragoons (The Royal Scots Greys). The appointment coincided with his wedding to Queen Victoria's granddaughter, Alexandra of Hesse.
The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards Museum in Edinburgh Castle houses a portrait of the Emperor in the regimental uniform, painted by Valentin Serov. He wore this uniform during his visit to Queen Victoria at Balmoral, Scotland, in 1896.
After the death of Nicholas II, the regiment's dragoons began wearing pieces of black cloth behind their cap badge as a sign of mourning. A tradition developed to sing "God Save the Tsar" in memory of the Emperor in the regiment's officers mess.
St. Petersburg, Emperor Nicholas II accepted the post of Colonel-in-Chief of the 2nd Dragoons (The Royal Scots Greys). The appointment coincided with his wedding to Queen Victoria's granddaughter, Alexandra of Hesse.
The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards Museum in Edinburgh Castle houses a portrait of the Emperor in the regimental uniform, painted by Valentin Serov. He wore this uniform during his visit to Queen Victoria at Balmoral, Scotland, in 1896.
After the death of Nicholas II, the regiment's dragoons began wearing pieces of black cloth behind their cap badge as a sign of mourning. A tradition developed to sing "God Save the Tsar" in memory of the Emperor in the regiment's officers mess.
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☝️ We have taken note of the latest provocative statements by UK Defence Secretary John Healy. This time, the pretext was the activities of the Russian oceanographic research vessel Yantar operating in international waters.
The British leadership's endless accusations and suspicions only cause a smile. Russia's actions do not impinge upon the interests of the United Kingdom, nor are they intended to undermine its security. We have no interest in British underwater communications.
However, through its Russophobic policies and stoking of militaristic hysteria London is contributing to the further erosion of European security, creating conditions that could lead to new dangerous incidents.
We urge the British side to refrain from taking destructive steps that would only aggravate the crisis on the European continent.
The British leadership's endless accusations and suspicions only cause a smile. Russia's actions do not impinge upon the interests of the United Kingdom, nor are they intended to undermine its security. We have no interest in British underwater communications.
However, through its Russophobic policies and stoking of militaristic hysteria London is contributing to the further erosion of European security, creating conditions that could lead to new dangerous incidents.
We urge the British side to refrain from taking destructive steps that would only aggravate the crisis on the European continent.
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🗓️ On November 20, 1768, Yakov Vasilyevich Villie (James Wylie), surgeon-in-ordinary to the Russian imperial court, was born in Kincardine-on-Forth, Scotland. He studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh, considered having the finest medical school in Western Europe at the time. Beginning his service in Russia as a military physician, he quickly rose to prominence and in 1799 was appointed surgeon-in-ordinary to the Emperor Paul I, then to Emperors Alexander I and Nicholas I.
Villie made a significant contribution to the development of military medicine in Russia, serving as Chief Military Medical Inspector of the Russian Army. He treated the wounded in dozens of battles during the reign of Alexander I, including the Battle of Borodino, and operated on M. Barclay de Tolly and Prince Bagration. He was also a founder and the first president of the Medico-Surgical Academy, and published the first Russian medical journal.
For his services, at the request of Alexander I, he was elevated to the rank of baronet by the British Prince Regent (the future King George IV) and awarded several orders of the Russian Empire and several European states. He bequeathed his entire fortune to the construction of the Mikhailovskaya Hospital in St. Petersburg, where a monument to this remarkable man stands.
Villie made a significant contribution to the development of military medicine in Russia, serving as Chief Military Medical Inspector of the Russian Army. He treated the wounded in dozens of battles during the reign of Alexander I, including the Battle of Borodino, and operated on M. Barclay de Tolly and Prince Bagration. He was also a founder and the first president of the Medico-Surgical Academy, and published the first Russian medical journal.
For his services, at the request of Alexander I, he was elevated to the rank of baronet by the British Prince Regent (the future King George IV) and awarded several orders of the Russian Empire and several European states. He bequeathed his entire fortune to the construction of the Mikhailovskaya Hospital in St. Petersburg, where a monument to this remarkable man stands.
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🎙 Excerpt from President Vladimir Putin's remarks during his visit to a command post of the West Group (20 November 2025)
💬 Let's be clear about the nature of the Ukrainian political leadership. Since March 2024, it has ceased to be a legitimate government.
It is a group of individuals, a criminal organisation that has usurped power under the pretext of continuing the war with Russia and is now clinging to it for personal enrichment. This is now a matter of public record, confirmed by an anti-corruption investigation within Ukraine itself.
It should be obvious to everyone that these people, sitting on their golden toilets, are hardly thinking about the future of their country, the ordinary citizens of Ukraine, their officer corps, or especially their common soldiers. No. They have other priorities.
But we have our own objectives and our own agenda. Our principal goal remains the unconditional achievement of the special military operation's aims and the fulfilment of the duties our Motherland and the people of Russia have entrusted to us.
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💬 Let's be clear about the nature of the Ukrainian political leadership. Since March 2024, it has ceased to be a legitimate government.
It is a group of individuals, a criminal organisation that has usurped power under the pretext of continuing the war with Russia and is now clinging to it for personal enrichment. This is now a matter of public record, confirmed by an anti-corruption investigation within Ukraine itself.
It should be obvious to everyone that these people, sitting on their golden toilets, are hardly thinking about the future of their country, the ordinary citizens of Ukraine, their officer corps, or especially their common soldiers. No. They have other priorities.
But we have our own objectives and our own agenda. Our principal goal remains the unconditional achievement of the special military operation's aims and the fulfilment of the duties our Motherland and the people of Russia have entrusted to us.
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⚓ On November 20, 2025, Denis Moskalenko, Consul General of Russia in Edinburgh, laid flowers at the graves of the Russian Navy sailors in Glasgow Cemetery. Yakov Deltsov and Safron Mishchuk-Kamlenyuk served on the legendary cruiser Varyag and died on November 14 and 17, 1916, during her stay in the Scottish city. The graves were recently discovered thanks to the efforts of the online-project "Russian Memorials," which aims to locate Russian military burials abroad.
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💬 President Vladimir Putin: President Trump's peace plan to resolve the situation in Ukraine was discussed before the meeting in Alaska, and during this preliminary discussion, the American side asked us to make certain compromises [...]
The main purpose of the meeting in Alaska, was that during the talks in Anchorage, we confirmed that despite certain complicated issues and difficulties, we nevertheless agree with those proposals and are ready to show the flexibility they asked for.
We have informed all our friends and partners of the Global South in detail on all these issues [...] All our friends and partners, every single one of them supported these possible agreements.
However, we can see that there is a certain pause from the American side following the talks in Alaska, and we understand that this is connected with Ukraine's de facto rejection of the peace plan proposed by President Trump. This is precisely why a new version has emerged, essentially an updated plan consisting of 28 points.
We have received this text through the existing communication channels with the US administration. It could also serve as a foundation for a final peace settlement. However, it is not being discussed in detail with us.
The US administration has so far been unable to secure consent from the Ukrainian side, as Kiev is opposed to it. Apparently, Ukraine and its European allies continue to entertain the illusion that they can inflict a strategic defeat on Russia on the battlefield [...]
It appears that neither Ukraine nor Europe realises what this could ultimately lead to. A very recent example is the situation in Kupyansk [...] On 4 November, the city was almost entirely under the control of the Russian Armed Forces.
If Kiev refuses to discuss President Trump's proposals and declines to engage in dialogue, then both they and their European instigators must understand that what happened in Kupyansk will inevitably occur in other key areas of the front.
☝️ And overall, this development suits us, as it leads to achieving the goals of the special military operation by force, through armed confrontation. However, we remain ready for peace negotiations and for resolving issues through peaceful means.
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The main purpose of the meeting in Alaska, was that during the talks in Anchorage, we confirmed that despite certain complicated issues and difficulties, we nevertheless agree with those proposals and are ready to show the flexibility they asked for.
We have informed all our friends and partners of the Global South in detail on all these issues [...] All our friends and partners, every single one of them supported these possible agreements.
However, we can see that there is a certain pause from the American side following the talks in Alaska, and we understand that this is connected with Ukraine's de facto rejection of the peace plan proposed by President Trump. This is precisely why a new version has emerged, essentially an updated plan consisting of 28 points.
We have received this text through the existing communication channels with the US administration. It could also serve as a foundation for a final peace settlement. However, it is not being discussed in detail with us.
The US administration has so far been unable to secure consent from the Ukrainian side, as Kiev is opposed to it. Apparently, Ukraine and its European allies continue to entertain the illusion that they can inflict a strategic defeat on Russia on the battlefield [...]
It appears that neither Ukraine nor Europe realises what this could ultimately lead to. A very recent example is the situation in Kupyansk [...] On 4 November, the city was almost entirely under the control of the Russian Armed Forces.
If Kiev refuses to discuss President Trump's proposals and declines to engage in dialogue, then both they and their European instigators must understand that what happened in Kupyansk will inevitably occur in other key areas of the front.
☝️ And overall, this development suits us, as it leads to achieving the goals of the special military operation by force, through armed confrontation. However, we remain ready for peace negotiations and for resolving issues through peaceful means.
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🗞 Интервью Посла России в Великобритании Андрея Келина информагентству ТАСС (23 ноября 2025 года)
Основные тезисы:
🔹Что касается Лондона, то особого смысла в контактах [по украинскому урегулированию] мы сейчас не видим. Британский истеблишмент продвигает свои подходы <...> Трезво посмотреть на положение дел на фронте, на ситуацию внутри самой Украины здесь никак не хотят.
🔹 Британский военно-политический класс серьёзно вложился в поддержку Украины. Речь не только о финансовых ресурсах <...> Но об информационно-пропагандистских и политико-дипломатических усилиях – многое поставлено на карту «поддержки Киева». Здешняя медиамашина по-прежнему настроена на очернение нашей страны и формирование необходимого фона для долгосрочной конфронтации.
🔹Политическое руководство Великобритании давно и последовательно выступает за изъятие и использование наших активов в интересах коррумпированного киевского руководства. Причина лежит на поверхности: своих денег нет <...> Если Лондон решится на такой шаг, снижение его значимости как международного финансового центра существенно ускорится.
🔹 Всё, что несёт в мир Би-би-си, отвечает [британским] правительственным установкам <...> Альтернативные мнения на Би-би-си практически отсутствуют. Особенно это касается украинского конфликта. К России отношение самое негативное. О ней публикуют исключительно сбор грязи.
🔹 Идей, как изменить [социально-экономическую] ситуацию [в Британии], нет. Как и нет амбициозных, харизматичных и целеустремленных лидеров в классических политических партиях, которые, будучи нацеленными на серьёзные реформы, могли бы подобно Маргарет Тэтчер или Уинстону Черчиллю повести страну за собой.
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Основные тезисы:
🔹Что касается Лондона, то особого смысла в контактах [по украинскому урегулированию] мы сейчас не видим. Британский истеблишмент продвигает свои подходы <...> Трезво посмотреть на положение дел на фронте, на ситуацию внутри самой Украины здесь никак не хотят.
🔹 Британский военно-политический класс серьёзно вложился в поддержку Украины. Речь не только о финансовых ресурсах <...> Но об информационно-пропагандистских и политико-дипломатических усилиях – многое поставлено на карту «поддержки Киева». Здешняя медиамашина по-прежнему настроена на очернение нашей страны и формирование необходимого фона для долгосрочной конфронтации.
🔹Политическое руководство Великобритании давно и последовательно выступает за изъятие и использование наших активов в интересах коррумпированного киевского руководства. Причина лежит на поверхности: своих денег нет <...> Если Лондон решится на такой шаг, снижение его значимости как международного финансового центра существенно ускорится.
🔹 Всё, что несёт в мир Би-би-си, отвечает [британским] правительственным установкам <...> Альтернативные мнения на Би-би-си практически отсутствуют. Особенно это касается украинского конфликта. К России отношение самое негативное. О ней публикуют исключительно сбор грязи.
🔹 Идей, как изменить [социально-экономическую] ситуацию [в Британии], нет. Как и нет амбициозных, харизматичных и целеустремленных лидеров в классических политических партиях, которые, будучи нацеленными на серьёзные реформы, могли бы подобно Маргарет Тэтчер или Уинстону Черчиллю повести страну за собой.
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📸 The 11th Andrei Stenin International Press Photo Contest has named Moscow-based photographer Yekaterina Yakel as its Grand Prix winner. The jury praised her series Russian will: Steeplechase, which portrays wounded combat veterans striving to rebuild their lives with dignity and determination.
This year's shortlist reflected a broad geographical sweep, with leading honours claimed by photographers from Indonesia, Palestine, Bangladesh, China, Bahrain, Myanmar and Brazil, whose works capture humanitarian crises, environmental pressures, cultural rituals and intimate portraits of modern life.
Established in 2014, the Stenin Contest continues to champion young photojournalists and to direct global attention toward the evolving challenges of contemporary visual reporting.
Find out more about the full list of laureates on the contest's official website.
This year's shortlist reflected a broad geographical sweep, with leading honours claimed by photographers from Indonesia, Palestine, Bangladesh, China, Bahrain, Myanmar and Brazil, whose works capture humanitarian crises, environmental pressures, cultural rituals and intimate portraits of modern life.
Established in 2014, the Stenin Contest continues to champion young photojournalists and to direct global attention toward the evolving challenges of contemporary visual reporting.
Find out more about the full list of laureates on the contest's official website.
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🇷🇺 Where centuries of history meet cutting-edge innovation, Russia stands as one of the world's most intriguing study destinations. Stretching across 11 time zones and one-eighth of the Earth's surface, our vast nation offers an education and adventure unlike any other.
Each year, around 300,000 international students choose Russia for its world-class universities, pioneering research and affordable or even tuition-free study options. With more than 740 universities and over 400 areas of study — from mathematics and engineering to art, culture and medicine — there's truly a place for everyone here.
Beyond the classroom, Russia is a land of contrasts waiting to be explored. Imagine spending your winter break on the slopes of Siberia, hiking volcanoes in Kamchatka or wandering through Saint Petersburg's baroque palaces.
Feeling inspired? The admission campaign is open until 15 January 2026. Apply now at education-in-russia.com
Each year, around 300,000 international students choose Russia for its world-class universities, pioneering research and affordable or even tuition-free study options. With more than 740 universities and over 400 areas of study — from mathematics and engineering to art, culture and medicine — there's truly a place for everyone here.
Beyond the classroom, Russia is a land of contrasts waiting to be explored. Imagine spending your winter break on the slopes of Siberia, hiking volcanoes in Kamchatka or wandering through Saint Petersburg's baroque palaces.
Feeling inspired? The admission campaign is open until 15 January 2026. Apply now at education-in-russia.com
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