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Messages of congratulations and solidarity from South African political and public figures on the occasion of Russia’s national holiday.
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About the Motherland
What do the weeping birches sing of,
A melody full of light and tears?
Of Motherland they sing, of Motherland only.
What do wintering birds long for
From beyond the cold granite borders?
For Motherland they long, for Motherland only.
In moments of sadness, in time of adversity
Who shall caress us and who shall save us?
Motherland, Motherland only.
In bitter frost whom shall we warm,
And in difficult time whom shall we support (take pity upon)?
Motherland, dear Motherland only.
When we depart for interstellar flight,
What do our earthly hearts sing of?
Of Motherland they sing, of Motherland only.
We live in the name of goodness and love,
And the best songs of yours and mine
Are of Motherland, of Motherland only.
Under scorching sun and in heavy snow
My thoughts and my prayers
Are always with Motherland,
With Motherland only.
Lyrics by Rasul Gamzatov
About the Motherland
What do the weeping birches sing of,
A melody full of light and tears?
Of Motherland they sing, of Motherland only.
What do wintering birds long for
From beyond the cold granite borders?
For Motherland they long, for Motherland only.
In moments of sadness, in time of adversity
Who shall caress us and who shall save us?
Motherland, Motherland only.
In bitter frost whom shall we warm,
And in difficult time whom shall we support (take pity upon)?
Motherland, dear Motherland only.
When we depart for interstellar flight,
What do our earthly hearts sing of?
Of Motherland they sing, of Motherland only.
We live in the name of goodness and love,
And the best songs of yours and mine
Are of Motherland, of Motherland only.
Under scorching sun and in heavy snow
My thoughts and my prayers
Are always with Motherland,
With Motherland only.
Lyrics by Rasul Gamzatov
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⚡️ Russia's Foreign Ministry Statement in connection with Israel’s strikes on Iran
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💬 We express our profound concern regarding the dangerous escalation of tensions in the Middle East.
❗️ We strongly condemn the military actions undertaken by the State of Israel on the night of June 13, which constitute a clear violation of the UN Charter as well as established principles of international law.
Unprovoked military strikes against a sovereign member state of the United Nations, against its citizens, peaceful cities, and critical nuclear energy infrastructure facilities, are totally unacceptable. The international community must not ignore such acts, which not only jeopardise peace but also undermine security both in the region and globally.
The timing of these attacks appears to be particularly cynical as they have occurred amidst a session of the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and just ahead of the next round of indirect talks between representatives of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United States. These actions have drastically undermined the progress of painstaking multilateral diplomatic efforts aimed at reducing tensions and seeking solutions to eliminate suspicions and the bias surrounding Iran’s peaceful nuclear programme.
It is evident that West Jerusalem has made a deliberate decision to further escalate the situation and raise stakes. We have warned on numerous occasions about the destabilising effects of military ventures that threaten peace and security in the region. The full responsibility for the consequences of these provocative acts lies with the Israeli leadership.
We are closely monitoring the actions by the IAEA, which carries significant responsibility in this challenging situation. IAEA personnel, alongside citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, have also been exposed to Israeli strikes. We expect the IAEA Director General to provide balanced and objective assessments of the current developments – in particular, a comprehensive analysis of the potential radiological consequences of the attacks on nuclear facilities in Iran.
We also hope that the Western countries, which provoked the recent wave of anti-Iran hysteria at the IAEA Board of Governors, once again pushing through a short-term resolution tailored to suit their political preferences and entrenched phobias, despite its lack of broad international support, will come to realise the dangerous consequences of their destructive approach as well as the degree of responsibility they bear for the unfolding tragedy.
☝️ We strongly believe that, regardless of any justifications that may be offered by those who planned, developed, and carried out the attacks, the issue of the Iranian nuclear programme cannot and must not be resolved by military means. A sustainable settlement is only possible through peaceful, political, and diplomatic efforts.
We sincerely hope that this understanding will ultimately prevail. We call on the parties to exercise restraint to avoid further escalation and prevent a full-scale war in the region.
In this context, we note that the US is ready to hold another round of talks with Iran on the latter’s nuclear programme in Oman.
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💬 We express our profound concern regarding the dangerous escalation of tensions in the Middle East.
❗️ We strongly condemn the military actions undertaken by the State of Israel on the night of June 13, which constitute a clear violation of the UN Charter as well as established principles of international law.
Unprovoked military strikes against a sovereign member state of the United Nations, against its citizens, peaceful cities, and critical nuclear energy infrastructure facilities, are totally unacceptable. The international community must not ignore such acts, which not only jeopardise peace but also undermine security both in the region and globally.
The timing of these attacks appears to be particularly cynical as they have occurred amidst a session of the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and just ahead of the next round of indirect talks between representatives of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United States. These actions have drastically undermined the progress of painstaking multilateral diplomatic efforts aimed at reducing tensions and seeking solutions to eliminate suspicions and the bias surrounding Iran’s peaceful nuclear programme.
It is evident that West Jerusalem has made a deliberate decision to further escalate the situation and raise stakes. We have warned on numerous occasions about the destabilising effects of military ventures that threaten peace and security in the region. The full responsibility for the consequences of these provocative acts lies with the Israeli leadership.
We are closely monitoring the actions by the IAEA, which carries significant responsibility in this challenging situation. IAEA personnel, alongside citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, have also been exposed to Israeli strikes. We expect the IAEA Director General to provide balanced and objective assessments of the current developments – in particular, a comprehensive analysis of the potential radiological consequences of the attacks on nuclear facilities in Iran.
We also hope that the Western countries, which provoked the recent wave of anti-Iran hysteria at the IAEA Board of Governors, once again pushing through a short-term resolution tailored to suit their political preferences and entrenched phobias, despite its lack of broad international support, will come to realise the dangerous consequences of their destructive approach as well as the degree of responsibility they bear for the unfolding tragedy.
☝️ We strongly believe that, regardless of any justifications that may be offered by those who planned, developed, and carried out the attacks, the issue of the Iranian nuclear programme cannot and must not be resolved by military means. A sustainable settlement is only possible through peaceful, political, and diplomatic efforts.
We sincerely hope that this understanding will ultimately prevail. We call on the parties to exercise restraint to avoid further escalation and prevent a full-scale war in the region.
In this context, we note that the US is ready to hold another round of talks with Iran on the latter’s nuclear programme in Oman.
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🤝 На мероприятии присутствовали заместитель председателя Национального совета провинций — верхней палаты парламента ЮАР, председатель Комитета по международным отношениям и поддержке членов Нацсовета Б.Радебе, делегация правительства Северного Кейпа, директор по вопросам международных отношений администрации премьера провинции Восточный Кейп М.Махлуло, лидеры провинциальных отделений АНК, профблока КОСАТУ и других дружественных политических движений Западного Кейпа.
Прием также посетили представители деловых и общественных кругов, кейптаунских СМИ, консульского корпуса и активисты русскоязычной общины.
В ответной речи Б.Радебе подчеркнул неизменную солидарность с Российской Федерацией, отметив значимость укрепления многополярного мира на принципах равноправия и взаимного уважения. Он высоко оценил вклад России в деятельность БРИКС, выразив уверенность в дальнейшем углублении стратегического партнёрства в интересах всего Глобального Юга.
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🇷🇺 On June 12, 2025, a ceremonial reception took place in Cape Town to mark Russia Day
🤝 Among the guests were House Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces — the upper house of South Africa’s Parliament — Honorable Mr. B. Radebe, a delegation from the Northern Cape government, Mr. M. Mahlulo, Director for International Relations in the Office of the Premier of the Eastern Cape, as well as leaders of the ANC and COSATU in Western Cape and other allied political movements.
The event also brought together representatives of the business community, civil society, local media, consular corps, and members of the Russian-speaking diaspora.
📢In his address Mr. Radebe reaffirmed South Africa’s solidarity with the Russian Federation and highlighted the importance of promoting a multipolar world based on equality and mutual respect. He commended Russia’s role in BRICS and expressed confidence in the further development of strategic cooperation for the benefit of the Global South.
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🤝 Among the guests were House Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces — the upper house of South Africa’s Parliament — Honorable Mr. B. Radebe, a delegation from the Northern Cape government, Mr. M. Mahlulo, Director for International Relations in the Office of the Premier of the Eastern Cape, as well as leaders of the ANC and COSATU in Western Cape and other allied political movements.
The event also brought together representatives of the business community, civil society, local media, consular corps, and members of the Russian-speaking diaspora.
📢In his address Mr. Radebe reaffirmed South Africa’s solidarity with the Russian Federation and highlighted the importance of promoting a multipolar world based on equality and mutual respect. He commended Russia’s role in BRICS and expressed confidence in the further development of strategic cooperation for the benefit of the Global South.
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⚡️On 14 June, in accordance with the agreements reached on 2 June in Istanbul, another group of Russian servicemen were returned from the territory controlled by the Kiev regime.
In exchange, a group of AFU prisoners of war was returned. At present, Russian servicemen are on the territory of the Republic of Belarus, where they are provided with the necessary medical and psychological assistance.
All the Russian servicemen will be transported to the Russian Federation for treatment and rehabilitation at medical facilities of the Russian Defence Ministry.
🔹 Russian Defence Ministry
In exchange, a group of AFU prisoners of war was returned. At present, Russian servicemen are on the territory of the Republic of Belarus, where they are provided with the necessary medical and psychological assistance.
All the Russian servicemen will be transported to the Russian Federation for treatment and rehabilitation at medical facilities of the Russian Defence Ministry.
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🇷🇺The 28th St Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF 2025) is scheduled to convene in St Petersburg from June 18 to 21, 2025
📍The venue, in accordance with tradition, is the ExpoForum Convention and Exhibition Centre.
The SPIEF has solidified its reputation as a distinguished international platform for dialogue among business leaders, government officials, academia, and expert communities, tackling issues in the global economy, sustainable development, and technological transformation. Anticipated participants include heads of state, leaders of international organisations, representatives of major corporations, as well as civil society and media.
🤝The focal theme of the forum is the pursuit of common benchmarks and the formulation of sustainable development strategies amidst global turbulence. The business programme encompasses over 150 sessions covering topics such as the digital economy, environmental sustainability, healthcare, international collaboration, technological innovation, and regional development.
International interest in the SPIEF continues to be robust: in 2023, it drew more than 17,000 participants from 130 countries, whereas in 2024, attendance surpassed 21,800 delegates from 139 nations. The most recent forum resulted in 1,073 agreements valued at approximately 6.5 trillion roubles, highlighting the high level of trust and business engagement. Under the patronage of the President of the Russian Federation since 2006, the SPIEF is organised by the Roscongress Foundation with the support of pertinent ministries and agencies, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation.
❗️We believe that the St Petersburg Forum remains an essential instrument for constructive international engagement, promoting a multipolar world, reinforcing economic stability, and seeking balanced solutions to contemporary challenges.
Senior officials and representatives of the Foreign Ministry will take part in thematic sessions and panel discussions on issues devoted to shifts in the global economy and trade, integration processes, regional cooperation, energy and food security, technological advancement, as well as country-specific business dialogues and BRICS and SCO business forums. Noteworthy sessions include “Shaping a Multipolar Economy: The Role and Place of Russia and Eurasia”, “International Trade and Climate Regulation: Barrier-Free Solutions for BRICS, SCO, EAEU, and APEC”, and “The Yalta-Potsdam System of International Relations: Lessons from the Past or a Vision of the Future”.
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📍The venue, in accordance with tradition, is the ExpoForum Convention and Exhibition Centre.
The SPIEF has solidified its reputation as a distinguished international platform for dialogue among business leaders, government officials, academia, and expert communities, tackling issues in the global economy, sustainable development, and technological transformation. Anticipated participants include heads of state, leaders of international organisations, representatives of major corporations, as well as civil society and media.
🤝The focal theme of the forum is the pursuit of common benchmarks and the formulation of sustainable development strategies amidst global turbulence. The business programme encompasses over 150 sessions covering topics such as the digital economy, environmental sustainability, healthcare, international collaboration, technological innovation, and regional development.
International interest in the SPIEF continues to be robust: in 2023, it drew more than 17,000 participants from 130 countries, whereas in 2024, attendance surpassed 21,800 delegates from 139 nations. The most recent forum resulted in 1,073 agreements valued at approximately 6.5 trillion roubles, highlighting the high level of trust and business engagement. Under the patronage of the President of the Russian Federation since 2006, the SPIEF is organised by the Roscongress Foundation with the support of pertinent ministries and agencies, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation.
❗️We believe that the St Petersburg Forum remains an essential instrument for constructive international engagement, promoting a multipolar world, reinforcing economic stability, and seeking balanced solutions to contemporary challenges.
Senior officials and representatives of the Foreign Ministry will take part in thematic sessions and panel discussions on issues devoted to shifts in the global economy and trade, integration processes, regional cooperation, energy and food security, technological advancement, as well as country-specific business dialogues and BRICS and SCO business forums. Noteworthy sessions include “Shaping a Multipolar Economy: The Role and Place of Russia and Eurasia”, “International Trade and Climate Regulation: Barrier-Free Solutions for BRICS, SCO, EAEU, and APEC”, and “The Yalta-Potsdam System of International Relations: Lessons from the Past or a Vision of the Future”.
#SPIEF #RussianMFA
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