Russia's main national Christmas tree lit up in Kremlin
The unveiling of Russia's main Christmas tree took place today on the Kremlin's Cathedral Square in Moscow.
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Moscow's festive decor for New Year 2026
Moscow has been transformed into a festive wonderland for the upcoming New Year 2026. Key locations including Red Square, Manezhnaya Square, Zaryadye Park, Arbat Street, Gorky Park, Victory Park, as well as Teatralnaya and Nikolskaya Streets, are now adorned with elaborate New Year's installations and art objects.
Azerbaijan's Khankendi to host 'Winter Tale' holiday fair
A 'Winter Tale' holiday fair will be held in the Azerbaijani city of Khankendi in late December in celebration of World Azerbaijanis Solidarity Day and the New Year holiday.
U.S. repatriates ancient artifacts to Türkiye
At least 41 historical artifacts of Anatolian origin illegally taken out of Türkiye are being returned to the country from the United States.
Netanyahu plans to visit U.S. in late December
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to visit Washington in late December, Army Radio reported.
New Year preparations at GUM: How Russia’s main store is getting ready for holiday
With New Year 2026 approaching, festive preparations are in full swing at Moscow's GUM department store on Red Square. The store is decorated in the style of traditional Dymkovo toys, and a wide variety of Christmas tree decorations are available at its holiday market.
Oman Air delays Moscow-Salalah route launch by three weeks
Oman's national carrier has rescheduled its inaugural Moscow-Salalah direct flights, postponing the launch by approximately three weeks.
Chinese New Year 2025: How Moscow celebrates the Year of the Snake
The festival "Chinese New Year in Moscow" is currently taking place in the capital of Russia. Muscovites and tourists are celebrating the Year of the Snake according to the Chinese calendar. The festivities include exhibitions, master classes and traditional Chinese New Year treats.
Tashkent-New York passenger gives birth on board of Uzbekistan Airways airplane
A sudden birth onboard an Uzbekistan Airways airplane flying from Tashkent to New York prompted an emergency landing in Iceland, the air carrier's press …
Abkhazia's main Christmas tree taken down in Sukhum
New Year 2025 celebrations are finally over in Abkhazia
Kavelashvili: 2025 to mark victory of good in Georgia
Newly elected Georgian President Mikheil Kavelashvili expressed belief that the new year would mark a victory of good over evil, of unification and strengthening of Georgian society. In his message, Kavelashvili emphasised the …
Kobakhidze wishes Georgia to triumph over hatred
Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze extended his congratulations to the citizens of Georgia and compatriots living abroad in a New Year message. In his message, Kobakhidze noted the year 2024 was filled with “numerous …
Ilham Aliyev: stability and peace to be eternal in Azerbaijan
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev delivered his New Year address to the nation, celebrating the country's achievements in 2024 and reaffirming the government's commitment to peace and progress. He noted that Azerbaijan …
Happy New Year 2025!
Vestnik Kavkaza wishes all our readers a Happy New Year and a prosperous 2025! President Vladimir Putin addressed Russian citizens with his traditional New Year's speech from Kremlin and wished prosperity …
NATO congratulates Georgia on New Year
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has conveyed New Year greetings to Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze. In an official letter …
Minor earthquake hits Armenia's Gegharkunik
No damage or casualties were reported
Bad weather to hit Stavropol on New Year's Eve
The northwestern districts of Stavropol Territory will celebrate the New Year in bad weather conditions. A storm warning has been issued, and residents are urged to stay home.
Putin congratulates foreign leaders on New Year and Christmas
Russian President Vladimir Putin sent New Year and Christmas greetings to a number of foreign leaders, the Kremlin press service reported. In the …
New Year in Moscow and Tbilisi 2025, main New Year tree of Russia: best photos of December
Traditionally, December is the most festive month of the year. It is filled with the anticipation of New Year's miracles, the time when wishes made during the strokes of the Kremlin chimes will definitely come true!
Main New Year Tree of Russia lit up in Kremlin
The presentation of the Main New Year Tree of Russia took place in Moscow today. Decorated with garlands and toys, it stands on the Kremlin's Cathedral Square.
