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#KievRegimeCrimes
📄 The Final Report on the crimes committed by the Kiev regime in 2025 has been published, prepared by the Ambassador-at-Large of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Rodion Miroshnik.
In 2025 alone, Ukrainian armed groups fired at least 130,627 munitions at Russian civilian facilities – over 42,000 more strikes than in 2024 (when the number of attacks reached at least 87,885). The average daily number of shelling incidents in 2025 exceeded 350.
The increase in Ukrainian attacks on civilian infrastructure in Russia was observed primarily during periods when attempts were being made to advance a negotiation process to resolve the conflict, including US initiatives.
❗️ Such actions may be viewed as a systematic approach by Kiev aimed at undermining peace initiatives.
◼️ Over 12 months, at least 6,483 civilians were affected by the criminal actions of Ukrainian militants. Of these, at least 5,418 were injured or maimed, and no fewer than 1,065 civilians were killed.
At least 293 minors were affected – 22 children were killed and 271 injured. The youngest injured child was just 3 months old.
Since February 2022, as a result of decisions taken by the Ukrainian political leadership and the execution of criminal orders by militants of the Kiev regime, at least 7,746 civilians have been killed.
The total number of civilians affected since the start of the special military operation amounts to at least 26,148 people, including no fewer than 18,402 injured or maimed.
◼️ The “hunt” for Russian journalists has become an important element of the criminal strategy of the Kiev regime, aimed at preventing the disclosure of reliable information about the real situation along the line of contact and the war crimes of Ukrainian militants.
In 2025, there was a significant increase in attacks on Russian journalists. During the reporting period, 7 media representatives were killed and 10 were wounded to varying degrees of severity.
◼️ The Kiev regime continued to deliberately obstruct the rescue of civilians injured by UAF attacks. Over the past 12 months, 5 rescuers were killed and 78 were injured as a result of Ukrainian shelling.
◼️ Over the year, at least 81 cases of shelling of medical facilities were recorded. In addition, militants of the UAF disabled no fewer than 56 units of specialized medical transport.
As a result of UAF attacks on ambulances, medical facilities and individual medical teams, 50 healthcare workers were affected – 10 were killed while performing their professional duties, and 40 were injured to varying degrees of severity.
☢️ The Ukrainian side repeatedly attempted strikes on facilities whose destruction could lead to the “release of hazardous elements”, first and foremost nuclear power plants.
During the period under review, at least 29 attempted strikes on Russia’s nuclear energy facilities were recorded. The Zaporozhye NPP was attacked 23 times, while the Novovoronezh, Kursk and Smolensk NPPs were each attacked twice.
Due to UAF shelling of the Zaporozhye NPP territory, #IAEA observer rotations were disrupted twice. Moreover, because of continuous Ukrainian strikes on power transmission lines supplying the plant, the NPP operated in isolated mode without connection to the energy grid for one and a half months.
⚖️ Russian investigative authorities are consistently and systematically taking measures to bring Ukrainian militants to criminal responsibility.
In 2025, the Investigative Committee of Russia initiated 3,208 criminal cases related to crimes committed by Ukrainian armed formations.
To date, 874 criminal cases have been referred by prosecutors to the courts against accused Ukrainian servicemen and mercenaries. Courts have already issued convictions in 810 cases, involving 1,078 individuals.
👉 Full version of the report (PDF)
📄 The Final Report on the crimes committed by the Kiev regime in 2025 has been published, prepared by the Ambassador-at-Large of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Rodion Miroshnik.
In 2025 alone, Ukrainian armed groups fired at least 130,627 munitions at Russian civilian facilities – over 42,000 more strikes than in 2024 (when the number of attacks reached at least 87,885). The average daily number of shelling incidents in 2025 exceeded 350.
The increase in Ukrainian attacks on civilian infrastructure in Russia was observed primarily during periods when attempts were being made to advance a negotiation process to resolve the conflict, including US initiatives.
❗️ Such actions may be viewed as a systematic approach by Kiev aimed at undermining peace initiatives.
◼️ Over 12 months, at least 6,483 civilians were affected by the criminal actions of Ukrainian militants. Of these, at least 5,418 were injured or maimed, and no fewer than 1,065 civilians were killed.
At least 293 minors were affected – 22 children were killed and 271 injured. The youngest injured child was just 3 months old.
Since February 2022, as a result of decisions taken by the Ukrainian political leadership and the execution of criminal orders by militants of the Kiev regime, at least 7,746 civilians have been killed.
The total number of civilians affected since the start of the special military operation amounts to at least 26,148 people, including no fewer than 18,402 injured or maimed.
◼️ The “hunt” for Russian journalists has become an important element of the criminal strategy of the Kiev regime, aimed at preventing the disclosure of reliable information about the real situation along the line of contact and the war crimes of Ukrainian militants.
In 2025, there was a significant increase in attacks on Russian journalists. During the reporting period, 7 media representatives were killed and 10 were wounded to varying degrees of severity.
◼️ The Kiev regime continued to deliberately obstruct the rescue of civilians injured by UAF attacks. Over the past 12 months, 5 rescuers were killed and 78 were injured as a result of Ukrainian shelling.
◼️ Over the year, at least 81 cases of shelling of medical facilities were recorded. In addition, militants of the UAF disabled no fewer than 56 units of specialized medical transport.
As a result of UAF attacks on ambulances, medical facilities and individual medical teams, 50 healthcare workers were affected – 10 were killed while performing their professional duties, and 40 were injured to varying degrees of severity.
☢️ The Ukrainian side repeatedly attempted strikes on facilities whose destruction could lead to the “release of hazardous elements”, first and foremost nuclear power plants.
During the period under review, at least 29 attempted strikes on Russia’s nuclear energy facilities were recorded. The Zaporozhye NPP was attacked 23 times, while the Novovoronezh, Kursk and Smolensk NPPs were each attacked twice.
Due to UAF shelling of the Zaporozhye NPP territory, #IAEA observer rotations were disrupted twice. Moreover, because of continuous Ukrainian strikes on power transmission lines supplying the plant, the NPP operated in isolated mode without connection to the energy grid for one and a half months.
⚖️ Russian investigative authorities are consistently and systematically taking measures to bring Ukrainian militants to criminal responsibility.
In 2025, the Investigative Committee of Russia initiated 3,208 criminal cases related to crimes committed by Ukrainian armed formations.
To date, 874 criminal cases have been referred by prosecutors to the courts against accused Ukrainian servicemen and mercenaries. Courts have already issued convictions in 810 cases, involving 1,078 individuals.
👉 Full version of the report (PDF)
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📚Russian Science Day celebrates the power of knowledge, progress and humanity’s drive to explore the unknown. It is marked on February 8, the date when the Russian Academy of Sciences was founded in 1724 by order of Peter the Great. From that moment Russia began building a scientific tradition of global significance, one that has given the world outstanding scientists and groundbreaking discoveries.
🧪 Russian science has played a vital role in human progress — from Lomonosov’s discoveries and Mendeleev’s periodic table to Korolev’s achievements and pioneering technologies in nuclear energy and medicine.
Scientific research continues today, with Russian scientists making important advances in artificial intelligence, quantum science and bioengineering.
🇷🇺🤝🏼International cooperation holds special importance. Science knows no borders, and Russia actively engages with partners across the globe.
Consul General of Russia in Cape Town, R. Golubovskiy:
🧪 Russian science has played a vital role in human progress — from Lomonosov’s discoveries and Mendeleev’s periodic table to Korolev’s achievements and pioneering technologies in nuclear energy and medicine.
Scientific research continues today, with Russian scientists making important advances in artificial intelligence, quantum science and bioengineering.
🇷🇺🤝🏼International cooperation holds special importance. Science knows no borders, and Russia actively engages with partners across the globe.
Consul General of Russia in Cape Town, R. Golubovskiy:
“Dear friends, I extend my warm congratulations on Russian Science Day — a celebration of those who create the future through their knowledge, talent and dedication. Science has always been one of Russia’s greatest strengths and a key driver of its development.
Science brings nations together. Cooperation between Russia, South Africa and other countries shows that joint research can tackle global challenges — from exploring space to protecting our planet.
I wish scientists, teachers, students and all members of the scientific community inspiration, bold ideas, successful projects and major achievements. May science continue to serve peace and progress worldwide.”
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🎙 Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's interview to the TV BRICS international media network (Moscow, February 9, 2026)
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Key talking points
• The global arena is undergoing a transformation that began some time ago with the objective transition toward a multipolar world order. This is neither the bipolarity of the Soviet-American era with the Warsaw Pact and the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation, nor the unipolarity that emerged after the Soviet Union’s collapse. <...> Multiple centres of rapid economic growth, power, and financial and political influence have thus emerged.
• It is equally important that we develop action plans tailored for each partner country covering trade and economic cooperation, investment, scientific collaboration, and coordinated activity on the international stage, including at the United Nations and other organisations, based on agreements reached between presidents and prime ministers. Particular attention is devoted to #CIS, #EAEU, #CSTO, and the post-Soviet space at large. This day-to-day work relies on long-term planning and delivers tangible mutual benefits to both Russia and its partners.
• Multiple centres of rapid economic growth, power, and financial and political influence have thus emerged. The world is being reshaped through competition. The West is reluctant to relinquish its formerly dominant positions.
• Safeguarding security demands sustained action to ensure that the Nazi state established on our borders in Ukraine – and supported by the West as a vehicle for renewed confrontation – cannot continue to exist in its present form. Nazi foundations must be eliminated. We will ensure, and I have no doubt about it, our own security interests, by preventing the deployment on Ukrainian territory of any weapons threatening us, and, second, by guaranteeing reliable and full protection for the rights of Russian and Russian-speaking people, who have been living in Crimea, Donbass and Novorossiya for centuries, and whom the Kiev regime that came to power after a coup declared subhuman “species” and “terrorists” and unleashed a civil war against.
• Russia chaired #BRICS in 2024. At that time, a summit was held in Kazan, and a number of our initiatives were put into action: alternative payment platforms, payment mechanisms in national currencies, the creation of reinsurance opportunities for trade within BRICS and between the association and its partners, the creation of a grain exchange, and a new investment platform.
All this is not to spite anyone, especially the United States. This is due to the fact that the United States seeks to bring all processes in the areas I mentioned under its strict control and demands unilateral concessions. Without giving up contacts with them, to the extent that they are willing to engage on a mutually beneficial basis, we are interested, together with our BRICS partners, in creating an architecture that will not be subject to the illegal actions of one or another player from the Western flank.
• The Greater Eurasian Partnership was bound to appear on the agenda. Many years ago, at the 2015 Russia – #ASEAN Summit, Russian President Vladimir Putin suggested this term which is based on an objective trend of Eurasia becoming the biggest, richest and fastest-growing continent, especially its Pacific part. It is the most heavily-populated continent which, importantly, has seen several great civilisations emerge and continue to exist – the Chinese, Indian, Arab, Persian and Russian civilisations.
☝️ It is for a reason that our initiative on building a common Eurasian security architecture, set forward by President Putin in 2024, is gaining momentum. It is increasingly attracting interest.
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Key talking points
• The global arena is undergoing a transformation that began some time ago with the objective transition toward a multipolar world order. This is neither the bipolarity of the Soviet-American era with the Warsaw Pact and the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation, nor the unipolarity that emerged after the Soviet Union’s collapse. <...> Multiple centres of rapid economic growth, power, and financial and political influence have thus emerged.
• It is equally important that we develop action plans tailored for each partner country covering trade and economic cooperation, investment, scientific collaboration, and coordinated activity on the international stage, including at the United Nations and other organisations, based on agreements reached between presidents and prime ministers. Particular attention is devoted to #CIS, #EAEU, #CSTO, and the post-Soviet space at large. This day-to-day work relies on long-term planning and delivers tangible mutual benefits to both Russia and its partners.
• Multiple centres of rapid economic growth, power, and financial and political influence have thus emerged. The world is being reshaped through competition. The West is reluctant to relinquish its formerly dominant positions.
• Safeguarding security demands sustained action to ensure that the Nazi state established on our borders in Ukraine – and supported by the West as a vehicle for renewed confrontation – cannot continue to exist in its present form. Nazi foundations must be eliminated. We will ensure, and I have no doubt about it, our own security interests, by preventing the deployment on Ukrainian territory of any weapons threatening us, and, second, by guaranteeing reliable and full protection for the rights of Russian and Russian-speaking people, who have been living in Crimea, Donbass and Novorossiya for centuries, and whom the Kiev regime that came to power after a coup declared subhuman “species” and “terrorists” and unleashed a civil war against.
• Russia chaired #BRICS in 2024. At that time, a summit was held in Kazan, and a number of our initiatives were put into action: alternative payment platforms, payment mechanisms in national currencies, the creation of reinsurance opportunities for trade within BRICS and between the association and its partners, the creation of a grain exchange, and a new investment platform.
All this is not to spite anyone, especially the United States. This is due to the fact that the United States seeks to bring all processes in the areas I mentioned under its strict control and demands unilateral concessions. Without giving up contacts with them, to the extent that they are willing to engage on a mutually beneficial basis, we are interested, together with our BRICS partners, in creating an architecture that will not be subject to the illegal actions of one or another player from the Western flank.
• The Greater Eurasian Partnership was bound to appear on the agenda. Many years ago, at the 2015 Russia – #ASEAN Summit, Russian President Vladimir Putin suggested this term which is based on an objective trend of Eurasia becoming the biggest, richest and fastest-growing continent, especially its Pacific part. It is the most heavily-populated continent which, importantly, has seen several great civilisations emerge and continue to exist – the Chinese, Indian, Arab, Persian and Russian civilisations.
☝️ It is for a reason that our initiative on building a common Eurasian security architecture, set forward by President Putin in 2024, is gaining momentum. It is increasingly attracting interest.
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📺 Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s greetings and video message on Diplomats’ Day (February 10, 2026)
💬 Friends,
Today marks Diplomats’ Day, our professional holiday.
I would like to use this occasion to wish a happy holiday to all Russian diplomats who are working at the Central Office and territorial offices, and diplomats fulfilling their duty abroad.
The history of Russian diplomacy spans many centuries and follows every stage of Russia becoming stronger as a state. Times change, but our spiritual and moral values — sincere, dedicated, and selfless devotion to the Fatherland, and firm commitment to the ideals of truth and justice — remain unshakeable.
We are rightfully proud of the achievements of our outstanding predecessors. We honour the courage of the staff of the People’s Commissariat for Foreign Affairs who, during the tumultuous years of the Great Patriotic War, took arms to defend the Motherland.
Their immortal feat stands as a benchmark for Foreign Ministry personnel and staff of subordinate institutions participating in the special military operation.
Other ministerial staff members are also involved and are helping the front line soldiers and their families, and supporting those affected by crimes committed by Ukrainian neo-Nazis.
Today, as we are witnessing another turning point in history, Russian diplomacy continues to do everything within its power to ensure safe and favourable external conditions for Russia’s steady domestic development and for improving the quality of life of its people.
In many ways, our consistent and balanced foreign policy course sets the trajectory of global transformations, thus facilitating the emergence of a new multipolar world order.
We seek to further develop honest and equitable international cooperation based on mutual understanding, trust, and neighbourliness.
Following President Putin’s initiative, we are working to establish, across the Eurasian region, architecture of equal and indivisible security and extensive practical cooperation. In this context, we attach particular importance to the conclusion and implementation of bilateral agreements, including our treaties on security guarantees with Belarus and on comprehensive strategic partnership with the DPRK and Iran.
We continue to expand relations across multiple areas with the World Majority, among them countries such as China, India, and other like-minded countries, our strategic partners and allies, primarily within the #CSTO, the #EAEU, and the #CIS, as well as the #SCO and #BRICS.
Countering neo-colonial practices of all kinds ranging from unilateral coercive measures to military interventions remains firmly in our focus.
In this context, we reaffirm our solidarity with the peoples of Venezuela and Cuba. We are convinced that only they can determine their own future.
☝️ The country’s leadership and Russian society hold our work to high standards. We are required to demonstrate discipline and dedication, as well as a passionate and creative approach to our duties.
I trust that you will continue to work honourably for the good of the Fatherland and to contribute your share to addressing large-scale foreign policy goals set by the President.
On this day, we express special gratitude to former ministerial employees, who taught us the fundamentals of diplomacy by their example. Many of them, to the extent of their abilities, remain active in the close-knit diplomatic ranks.
By all means, I would like to separately thank all the relatives and loved ones of our employees. Your unconditional support gives us strength and keeps us focused. It is especially important for those who carry out their diplomatic service far from the Motherland.
Once again, happy Diplomats’ Day to all. I wish you excellent health, well-being, and new accomplishments for the benefit of the Fatherland.
#DiplomatsDay
💬 Friends,
Today marks Diplomats’ Day, our professional holiday.
I would like to use this occasion to wish a happy holiday to all Russian diplomats who are working at the Central Office and territorial offices, and diplomats fulfilling their duty abroad.
The history of Russian diplomacy spans many centuries and follows every stage of Russia becoming stronger as a state. Times change, but our spiritual and moral values — sincere, dedicated, and selfless devotion to the Fatherland, and firm commitment to the ideals of truth and justice — remain unshakeable.
We are rightfully proud of the achievements of our outstanding predecessors. We honour the courage of the staff of the People’s Commissariat for Foreign Affairs who, during the tumultuous years of the Great Patriotic War, took arms to defend the Motherland.
Their immortal feat stands as a benchmark for Foreign Ministry personnel and staff of subordinate institutions participating in the special military operation.
Other ministerial staff members are also involved and are helping the front line soldiers and their families, and supporting those affected by crimes committed by Ukrainian neo-Nazis.
Today, as we are witnessing another turning point in history, Russian diplomacy continues to do everything within its power to ensure safe and favourable external conditions for Russia’s steady domestic development and for improving the quality of life of its people.
In many ways, our consistent and balanced foreign policy course sets the trajectory of global transformations, thus facilitating the emergence of a new multipolar world order.
We seek to further develop honest and equitable international cooperation based on mutual understanding, trust, and neighbourliness.
Following President Putin’s initiative, we are working to establish, across the Eurasian region, architecture of equal and indivisible security and extensive practical cooperation. In this context, we attach particular importance to the conclusion and implementation of bilateral agreements, including our treaties on security guarantees with Belarus and on comprehensive strategic partnership with the DPRK and Iran.
We continue to expand relations across multiple areas with the World Majority, among them countries such as China, India, and other like-minded countries, our strategic partners and allies, primarily within the #CSTO, the #EAEU, and the #CIS, as well as the #SCO and #BRICS.
Countering neo-colonial practices of all kinds ranging from unilateral coercive measures to military interventions remains firmly in our focus.
In this context, we reaffirm our solidarity with the peoples of Venezuela and Cuba. We are convinced that only they can determine their own future.
☝️ The country’s leadership and Russian society hold our work to high standards. We are required to demonstrate discipline and dedication, as well as a passionate and creative approach to our duties.
I trust that you will continue to work honourably for the good of the Fatherland and to contribute your share to addressing large-scale foreign policy goals set by the President.
On this day, we express special gratitude to former ministerial employees, who taught us the fundamentals of diplomacy by their example. Many of them, to the extent of their abilities, remain active in the close-knit diplomatic ranks.
By all means, I would like to separately thank all the relatives and loved ones of our employees. Your unconditional support gives us strength and keeps us focused. It is especially important for those who carry out their diplomatic service far from the Motherland.
Once again, happy Diplomats’ Day to all. I wish you excellent health, well-being, and new accomplishments for the benefit of the Fatherland.
#DiplomatsDay
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On behalf of the Consulate General in Cape Town, today we also extend our heartfelt congratulations on the occasion of Diplomat’s Day to everyone whose life is somehow related to diplomatic service.
🇷🇺 This professional holiday is traditionally celebrated on February 10 and is closely connected with the rich history of Russian diplomacy. It was on this date in 1549 that the first official reference to the Ambassadorial (Posolsky) Prikaz — the earliest state institution responsible for foreign affairs — appeared in historical documents. Since then, Russian diplomacy has played a vital role in protecting national interests and fostering dialogue between nations.
🤝 This professional holiday brings together those who have dedicated themselves to serving the interests of the state, promoting international cooperation and strengthening mutual trust between countries.
On this day, we would like to express our sincere gratitude and warm congratulations to our colleagues working for the benefit of Russia both in Moscow and abroad. Your dedication, professionalism and commitment make an invaluable contribution to the development of international relations and the strengthening of our country’s position in the world.
We wish everyone good health, professional success, wise decisions and new achievements for the benefit of the diplomatic service. May your work always be in demand and highly appreciated.
🇷🇺 This professional holiday is traditionally celebrated on February 10 and is closely connected with the rich history of Russian diplomacy. It was on this date in 1549 that the first official reference to the Ambassadorial (Posolsky) Prikaz — the earliest state institution responsible for foreign affairs — appeared in historical documents. Since then, Russian diplomacy has played a vital role in protecting national interests and fostering dialogue between nations.
🤝 This professional holiday brings together those who have dedicated themselves to serving the interests of the state, promoting international cooperation and strengthening mutual trust between countries.
On this day, we would like to express our sincere gratitude and warm congratulations to our colleagues working for the benefit of Russia both in Moscow and abroad. Your dedication, professionalism and commitment make an invaluable contribution to the development of international relations and the strengthening of our country’s position in the world.
We wish everyone good health, professional success, wise decisions and new achievements for the benefit of the diplomatic service. May your work always be in demand and highly appreciated.
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Forwarded from Russian Embassy in South Africa
🇷🇺🇿🇦📞 On 10 February 2026, President Vladimir Putin spoke over the phone with President of the Republic of South Africa Cyril Ramaphosa.
Two leaders discussed further development of mutually beneficial cooperation in trade, economic, and investment areas within the framework of the Russia-South Africa Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
The situation in Ukraine was also addressed. President Cyril Ramaphosa expressed support for Russia’s efforts aimed at a political and diplomatic resolution of the conflict.
In exchanging views on the current international agenda, both sides noted the importance of continued coordination between Russia and South Africa, including within the #G20 and #BRICS.
#RussiaSouthAfrica
Two leaders discussed further development of mutually beneficial cooperation in trade, economic, and investment areas within the framework of the Russia-South Africa Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
The situation in Ukraine was also addressed. President Cyril Ramaphosa expressed support for Russia’s efforts aimed at a political and diplomatic resolution of the conflict.
In exchanging views on the current international agenda, both sides noted the importance of continued coordination between Russia and South Africa, including within the #G20 and #BRICS.
#RussiaSouthAfrica
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🚧 Внимание: временные перекрытия дорог 11 и 12 февраля в связи с SONA
Жители и гости Кейптауна, предупреждаем вас о временных ограничениях движения в центре города в связи с проведением SONA (State of the Nation Address) — ежегодного обращения президента Южной Африки С.Рамафосы к нации.
Мероприятие состоится 12 февраля, и в целях безопасности в центральной части города дороги будут перекрыты уже накануне.
❗️11 февраля, начиная с 15:00, будут закрыты отдельные участки улиц в районе City Hall, включая части Darling Street и Buitenkant Street.
❗️12 февраля, в день проведения SONA, ограничения станут более масштабными: с раннего утра и до позднего вечера перекрытия затронут ключевые улицы центрального делового района, а также возможны кратковременные остановки движения на основных подъездных маршрутах.
Рекомендуем заранее продумать альтернативные пути, избегать поездок через центр города в указанные даты и планировать маршруты с учётом возможных задержек.
Подробнее об ограничениях
Жители и гости Кейптауна, предупреждаем вас о временных ограничениях движения в центре города в связи с проведением SONA (State of the Nation Address) — ежегодного обращения президента Южной Африки С.Рамафосы к нации.
Мероприятие состоится 12 февраля, и в целях безопасности в центральной части города дороги будут перекрыты уже накануне.
❗️11 февраля, начиная с 15:00, будут закрыты отдельные участки улиц в районе City Hall, включая части Darling Street и Buitenkant Street.
❗️12 февраля, в день проведения SONA, ограничения станут более масштабными: с раннего утра и до позднего вечера перекрытия затронут ключевые улицы центрального делового района, а также возможны кратковременные остановки движения на основных подъездных маршрутах.
Рекомендуем заранее продумать альтернативные пути, избегать поездок через центр города в указанные даты и планировать маршруты с учётом возможных задержек.
Подробнее об ограничениях
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11 February 1990 marked a historic turning point: Nelson Mandela walked free after 27 years in prison. His release was not only a personal moment of liberation, but the beginning of the end of apartheid in South Africa.
When he finally stepped through the gates of Victor Verster Prison, Mandela expected to see only a small group of warders he wished to thank. Instead, he was met by a massive crowd — a powerful symbol of the hope that had been building for decades.
Later that day in Cape Town, as he delivered his first public address in 30 years, Mandela’s message was not one of revenge, but of discipline, responsibility, and the collective work required to build a just society.
Even in his first hours of freedom, Mandela reminded the world that liberation is never about individual triumph — it is about returning to the people and remaining accountable to the struggle.
Thirty-six years on, his release still resonates deeply. It reminds us that freedom is not a single event, but an ongoing process — one that demands ethical leadership, courage in the face of injustice, and a commitment to dignity for all.
Today, in a world shaped by inequality, conflict, and democratic strain, his legacy calls on us to choose solidarity over self-interest — and to act, again and again, in ways that advance freedom, dignity and justice for everyone.
When he finally stepped through the gates of Victor Verster Prison, Mandela expected to see only a small group of warders he wished to thank. Instead, he was met by a massive crowd — a powerful symbol of the hope that had been building for decades.
Later that day in Cape Town, as he delivered his first public address in 30 years, Mandela’s message was not one of revenge, but of discipline, responsibility, and the collective work required to build a just society.
Even in his first hours of freedom, Mandela reminded the world that liberation is never about individual triumph — it is about returning to the people and remaining accountable to the struggle.
Thirty-six years on, his release still resonates deeply. It reminds us that freedom is not a single event, but an ongoing process — one that demands ethical leadership, courage in the face of injustice, and a commitment to dignity for all.
Today, in a world shaped by inequality, conflict, and democratic strain, his legacy calls on us to choose solidarity over self-interest — and to act, again and again, in ways that advance freedom, dignity and justice for everyone.
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Forwarded from Russian Embassy in South Africa
⚡️ Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s statement and answers to questions at the Government Hour hearings during a plenary session of the State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation (February 11, 2026):
Key takeaways:
• The world is undergoing a long-term transition to a multipolar order, marked by growing competition between the Western minority and the World Majority.
• Western countries continue to pursue neo-colonial policies, double standards, and attempts to preserve dominance, including through pressure, destabilisation, and military actions.
• Russia views current global upheavals as part of a profound and lasting shift in international relations, not a temporary phase.
• Strategic stability is deteriorating due to Western actions, while Russia maintains responsible conduct and observes arms control limits as long as the US does the same.
• The Arctic should remain a zone of peace and cooperation; Russia will respond if military threats against it emerge there.
• Russia rejects Western double standards on self-determination, defending the choices of #Crimea, #Donbass, and #Novorossiya.
❗️A sustainable settlement in Ukraine is impossible without addressing root causes; understandings reached with the US in 2025 remain valid.
• Russia continues negotiations to ensure its security, protect Russian-speaking populations, and eliminate threats from the Kiev regime and its external sponsors.
• The comprehensive strategic partnership with #China is a stabilising factor in global affairs and a cornerstone of regional security.
• Strategic partnerships with #Belarus, the #DPRK, #Iran, the #CIS and the #CSTO members strengthen regional stability and Russia’s security.
• Russia is deepening ties across #Eurasia, including with India, Türkiye, the Arab world, Southeast Asia, and regional organisations such as the #EAEU, #SCO, and #ASEAN.
• The #Russia-#Africa partnership is expanding, with preparations underway for the Third Russia-Africa Summit.
• #BRICS is emerging as a key platform for the World Majority, promoting cooperation free from sanctions and Western restrictions.
• Russia supports #GlobalSouth efforts against modern forms of colonialism and unilateral coercive measures, including through new UN international days.
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Key takeaways:
• The world is undergoing a long-term transition to a multipolar order, marked by growing competition between the Western minority and the World Majority.
• Western countries continue to pursue neo-colonial policies, double standards, and attempts to preserve dominance, including through pressure, destabilisation, and military actions.
• Russia views current global upheavals as part of a profound and lasting shift in international relations, not a temporary phase.
• Strategic stability is deteriorating due to Western actions, while Russia maintains responsible conduct and observes arms control limits as long as the US does the same.
• The Arctic should remain a zone of peace and cooperation; Russia will respond if military threats against it emerge there.
• Russia rejects Western double standards on self-determination, defending the choices of #Crimea, #Donbass, and #Novorossiya.
❗️A sustainable settlement in Ukraine is impossible without addressing root causes; understandings reached with the US in 2025 remain valid.
• Russia continues negotiations to ensure its security, protect Russian-speaking populations, and eliminate threats from the Kiev regime and its external sponsors.
• The comprehensive strategic partnership with #China is a stabilising factor in global affairs and a cornerstone of regional security.
• Strategic partnerships with #Belarus, the #DPRK, #Iran, the #CIS and the #CSTO members strengthen regional stability and Russia’s security.
• Russia is deepening ties across #Eurasia, including with India, Türkiye, the Arab world, Southeast Asia, and regional organisations such as the #EAEU, #SCO, and #ASEAN.
• The #Russia-#Africa partnership is expanding, with preparations underway for the Third Russia-Africa Summit.
• #BRICS is emerging as a key platform for the World Majority, promoting cooperation free from sanctions and Western restrictions.
• Russia supports #GlobalSouth efforts against modern forms of colonialism and unilateral coercive measures, including through new UN international days.
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Сегодня в 19:00 (в 20:00 по московскому времени) Президент ЮАР С.Рамафоса выступит с ежегодным обращением к нации (SoNA).
🇿🇦 SoNA — одно из важнейших событий в политическом календаре Южной Африки, которое определяет политический, социальный и экономический курс страны.
📍В своём обращении президент обозначит ключевые приоритеты государственной политики и задачи на предстоящий год, а также подведёт итоги достижений за 2025 года.
Следите за трансляцией — ссылка на прямой эфир.
🇿🇦 SoNA — одно из важнейших событий в политическом календаре Южной Африки, которое определяет политический, социальный и экономический курс страны.
📍В своём обращении президент обозначит ключевые приоритеты государственной политики и задачи на предстоящий год, а также подведёт итоги достижений за 2025 года.
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ЮАР должна принимать активное участие в работе "Двадцатки", заявил пресс-секретарь президента РФ Дмитрий Песков.
"Что касается участия ЮАР в "Двадцатке", то мы считаем, что ЮАР должна присутствовать и должна принимать активное участие", - сказал Д.Песков.
https://www.interfax.ru/amp/1072173
"Что касается участия ЮАР в "Двадцатке", то мы считаем, что ЮАР должна присутствовать и должна принимать активное участие", - сказал Д.Песков.
https://www.interfax.ru/amp/1072173
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13 февраля — важная дата в истории межпарламентского сотрудничества 🌍🤝
Именно в этот день, 13 февраля 1976 года, в Абиджане был учреждён Африканский парламентский союз (АПС) — организация, объединяющая законодательные органы государств Африки. Сегодня в его состав входит 41 страна, а работа ведётся сразу на четырёх языках: английском, арабском, португальском и французском.
🌍 АПС играет значимую роль в решении ключевых вопросов континента: социально-экономического развития, укрепления демократии, защиты прав человека, борьбы с терроризмом и организованной преступностью.
🇷🇺 В ноябре 2022 года Федеральное Собрание Российской Федерации получило статус наблюдателя в Африканском парламентском союзе. Это стало важным шагом в укреплении связей между парламентами России и государств Африки, расширении сотрудничества и обмене опытом на международной площадке.
Председатель СФ В.Матвиенко:
Именно в этот день, 13 февраля 1976 года, в Абиджане был учреждён Африканский парламентский союз (АПС) — организация, объединяющая законодательные органы государств Африки. Сегодня в его состав входит 41 страна, а работа ведётся сразу на четырёх языках: английском, арабском, португальском и французском.
🌍 АПС играет значимую роль в решении ключевых вопросов континента: социально-экономического развития, укрепления демократии, защиты прав человека, борьбы с терроризмом и организованной преступностью.
🇷🇺 В ноябре 2022 года Федеральное Собрание Российской Федерации получило статус наблюдателя в Африканском парламентском союзе. Это стало важным шагом в укреплении связей между парламентами России и государств Африки, расширении сотрудничества и обмене опытом на международной площадке.
Председатель СФ В.Матвиенко:
"Парламентские связи между Россией и государствами Африки – это мощный ресурс, который необходимо эффективно использовать!".
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📌 Приём граждан и оказание консульских услуг в этот день проводиться не будут.
С 24 февраля работа возобновится в обычном режиме.
Желаем всем спокойного праздничного дня и хорошего настроения!
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Встреча Торгового представителя России в ЮАР Петра Павленко с представителями сервиса заказа такси "Максим" : новые горизонты для экспорта услуг в ЮАР 🇿🇦
🤝 12 февраля состоялась встреча между Торговым представителем России в ЮАР Петром Павленко и представителями сервиса заказа такси "Максим" — региональным менеджером Дмитрием Бондаренко и консультантом по правовым вопросам Ильей Кудрявцевым.
🚖 Такси "Максим" на сегодняшний день является значимым игроком в ЮАР на рынке услуг E-hailing — сервис заказа такси или частных автомобилей через мобильные приложения, который в реальном времени связывает пассажиров с водителями. Благодаря ему пользователи получают комфорт, автоматические платежи и зачастую более низкие цены, чем у традиционных такси.
🎯 Обсуждение прошло в конструктивной атмосфере и подтвердило высокий потенциал развития компании в ЮАР благодаря её зрелости и высокой экспортной готовности. Такси "Максим" обратилось в Торговое представительство России в ЮАР в 2024 году, проинформировало о своих планах, целях и задачах в стране. Благодаря этому специалисты Торгпредства смогли наилучшим образом подобрать рекомендации, собрать нужную информацию и оказать соответствующую поддержку в рамках своих компетенции.
🗺 На сегодняшний день сервис предоставляет свои услуги уже в 16 населенных пунктах страны, в числе которых: Кейптаун, Джордж, Ист-Лондон, Порт-Элизабет, Блумфонтейн, Велком, Ньюкасл, Питермарицбург, Полокване, Эмалахлени, Мбомбела, Мидделбург, Кимберли, Клерксдорп, Потчефстрем, Моссел-Бэй.
✔️ Пётр Павленко отметил успехи команды экспортера и выразил готовность к дальнейшей поддержке компании, в том числе в странах своей аккредитации, включая Зимбабве и Мозамбик: «Экспортеры вроде Такси "Максим" – это драйверы инноваций. Мы будем активно содействовать их интеграции на Юге Африки, способствуя устойчивому росту торгового оборота между нашими странами».
#ЮАР #торгпредство #такси
⚡️ Торгпредство России в ЮАР
🚖 Такси "Максим" на сегодняшний день является значимым игроком в ЮАР на рынке услуг E-hailing — сервис заказа такси или частных автомобилей через мобильные приложения, который в реальном времени связывает пассажиров с водителями. Благодаря ему пользователи получают комфорт, автоматические платежи и зачастую более низкие цены, чем у традиционных такси.
#ЮАР #торгпредство #такси
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Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa — не просто музей, а поэма из бетона, света и творческой энергии, вписанная в сердце Кейптауна на территории V&A Waterfront — исторической набережной, где океан встречается с городом и культурой.
🖼️ Когда вы подходите к зданию, трудно сразу осознать, что это прежде всего бывшее зернохранилище 1920-х годов, превращённое в один из крупнейших музеев современного африканского искусства в мире. Архитекторы Heatherwick Studio буквально вырезали из массивных бетонных силосов пространство для более чем 100 галерей, создавая монументальный атриум, который больше напоминает светящийся собор, чем музей.
Zeitz MOCAA открыт не ради «красивого фасада» — он создан, чтобы собирать, хранить, исследовать и показывать современные произведения художников из Африки и африканской диаспоры. Здесь вы найдёте всё: от живописи и скульптуры до перформанса, инсталляций и цифрового искусства — работы, которые отражают сложность, многообразие и напряжение жизни на континенте и за его пределами.
📓Музей был открыт в 2017 году и с тех пор стал одной из самых обсуждаемых культурных площадок нашего времени: он вызывает восхищение, заставляет задуматься и — да — порой вызывает противоречивые реакции. Для одних это триумф африканской эстетики и мощный голос новых поколений, для других — пространство, в котором смысл скрыт за мощной визуальной формой.
Искусство в Zeitz MOCAA не предлагается готовым — каждый посетитель видит в экспонатах своё, и не существует «единственно правильного» понимания.
И именно поэтому Zeitz MOCAA заслуживает вашего внимания не только как архитектурное чудо, но как пространство, где визуальная составляющая — настоящая героиня: реальные фотографии и видео изнутри здания одновременно завораживают, вызывают мурашки и порой лёгкую тревогу, словно вы смотрите вглубь собственных эмоций.
Сегодня искусство здесь — это не только объекты на стенах, но восьмидесятиметровый диалог света, формы и человеческого восприятия. Посетить Zeitz MOCAA — значит дать себе шанс понять искусство Африки не через слова, а через ощущение; понять, что каждый увидит здесь своё, но истинное мнение рождается только на месте, среди этих стен и света.
🖼️ Когда вы подходите к зданию, трудно сразу осознать, что это прежде всего бывшее зернохранилище 1920-х годов, превращённое в один из крупнейших музеев современного африканского искусства в мире. Архитекторы Heatherwick Studio буквально вырезали из массивных бетонных силосов пространство для более чем 100 галерей, создавая монументальный атриум, который больше напоминает светящийся собор, чем музей.
Zeitz MOCAA открыт не ради «красивого фасада» — он создан, чтобы собирать, хранить, исследовать и показывать современные произведения художников из Африки и африканской диаспоры. Здесь вы найдёте всё: от живописи и скульптуры до перформанса, инсталляций и цифрового искусства — работы, которые отражают сложность, многообразие и напряжение жизни на континенте и за его пределами.
📓Музей был открыт в 2017 году и с тех пор стал одной из самых обсуждаемых культурных площадок нашего времени: он вызывает восхищение, заставляет задуматься и — да — порой вызывает противоречивые реакции. Для одних это триумф африканской эстетики и мощный голос новых поколений, для других — пространство, в котором смысл скрыт за мощной визуальной формой.
Искусство в Zeitz MOCAA не предлагается готовым — каждый посетитель видит в экспонатах своё, и не существует «единственно правильного» понимания.
И именно поэтому Zeitz MOCAA заслуживает вашего внимания не только как архитектурное чудо, но как пространство, где визуальная составляющая — настоящая героиня: реальные фотографии и видео изнутри здания одновременно завораживают, вызывают мурашки и порой лёгкую тревогу, словно вы смотрите вглубь собственных эмоций.
Сегодня искусство здесь — это не только объекты на стенах, но восьмидесятиметровый диалог света, формы и человеческого восприятия. Посетить Zeitz MOCAA — значит дать себе шанс понять искусство Африки не через слова, а через ощущение; понять, что каждый увидит здесь своё, но истинное мнение рождается только на месте, среди этих стен и света.
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