Rubio congratulates Lavrov on Christmas
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio extended Christmas greetings to Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, according to Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova.
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Russians can travel to 120 countries visa-free
As of early 2026, Russian citizens can visit 120 countries without obtaining a visa in advance, according to the Russian State Duma.
Orthodox Christians worldwide celebrate Nativity of Christ
On January 7, Orthodox Christians around the world celebrate the Nativity of Christ. Heads of state and church patriarchs congratulated Orthodox Christians on the holiday.
Sochi's mountain cluster occupied for 73%
Sochi's mountain resorts are occupied for 70% during the New Year holidays, despite the weather, the city administration informs. …
Greenland’s issue already resolved in the US, Dmitriev said
The United States could next target Canada
46 Russians evacuated from snow trap in Kazakhstan
No one required medical assistance
Russia's security to be ensured after New START Treaty expires, Russian Foreign Ministry says
All scenarios are possible, and the country's security will be ensured in any case, the Russian Foreign Ministry reports
Russian Foreign Ministry condemns U.S. strikes on Venezuela
An act of armed aggression by the United States against Venezuela prompts deep concern and condemnation, the Russian Foreign Ministry said.
State Department urges U.S. citizens to leave Russia
The U.S. State Department has renewed its "do not travel" advisory for Russia on January 2, urging American citizens to leave Russia immediately.
Russia's 2025 wealthiest businessmen revealed
The 2025 Bloomberg Billionaires Index ranking has been published, featuring a number of Russian businessmen.
Russian Foreign Ministry evaluates situation with Iran's nuclear program
The Ministry noted that the progress is feasible
Vehicles movement restricted at Upper Lars
Currently, it is allowed in one direction
7 people injured in firecracker explosions in Dagestan
On the night of December 31-January 1, a series of firecracker incidents occurred in Dagestan
Rusprodsoyuz: Türkiye is main supplier of tangerines to Russia
Turkish suppliers maintained primary position in Russia's tangerine import market through late 2025, accounting for nearly half of all shipments.
Russian UN Mission expresses condolences regarding Swiss resort tragedy
Russia's Permanent Mission to the UN in Geneva has conveyed official condolences regarding the fatal fire incident at Switzerland's Crans-Montana resort.
Traditional donut festival to be held in Kislovodsk
Residents and visitors of Kislovodsk will have the opportunity to participate in a donut festival throughout the New Year holidays.
Türkiye’s natural gas demand reaches record 64 billion cubic meters annually
Türkiye's growing reliance on natural gas is underscored by figures released by the EPIAS exchange, showing demand approached 64 billion cubic meters last year.
Lavrov outlines Russia's priority as CSTO Chairman
According to Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, Russia's primary focus as the incoming Chair of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) will be to preserve peace and stability and prevent disorder.
Nearly 50 trains delayed on North Caucasus Railway due to heavy snowfall
Abnormal snowfall in southern Russia has caused significant disruptions on the North Caucasus Railway, with nearly 50 trains delayed as of the evening of January 1.
Snowstorms halt transport between Russia and Georgia
The Military-Georgian Road is closed due to relentless snowstorms in the southern part of the North Caucasus - all traffic has been halted on the route. This includes the section from Vladikavkaz to Verkhny Lars.
