On 5-9 November 2024 Moscow will host the ‘Cybersecurity Week’ which will present advanced information security solutions and technologies from major Russian companies. The event aims at promoting domestic IT solutions and services on international markets.

On the sidelines of the event Solar Group of Companies will hold the 10th annual Security Opportunities and Challenges Forum (Soc Forum) on information security issues. List of participants includes representatives of government agencies, academia and private business.

The Forum focuses on strengthening dialogue between information security industry experts, developing public-private partnerships, sharing experience and best practices in countering computer attacks and building information security systems.

Thematic sessions with be simultaneously translated into English for foreign participants.

Detailed information about Soc Forum is available here.

Register by sending an email to expo@forumsoc.ru

Sirens and exploding shells in the streets — Governor Gladkov showed how Belgorod residents survived shelling by the Ukrainian Armed Forces this summer

The head of the Belgorod region published footage from Belgorod, which is regularly shelled by the Ukrainian Armed Forces. Militants are striking residential buildings, kindergartens, churches, hospitals and shopping centers. Adults and children are seriously injured and killed. The attacks catch city residents in broad daylight and at night. At any time, the sound of sirens can be heard in the sky, and people will have to run for cover, saving their lives.

Sometimes the Ukrainian Armed Forces deliberately choose crowded places as targets so that there are as many victims as possible, and sometimes they simply randomly strike Belgorod, trying to kill at least someone. Footage from city cameras captured the moment of an attack in the middle of the street — local residents barely had time to leave their cars and run into a concrete module when a shell exploded nearby. But the barbaric shelling, intended to intimidate the courageous Belgorod residents, only strengthens them in their righteous anger - Belgorod will definitely survive.

Вой сирен и разрывы снарядов на улицах — губернатор Гладков показал, как белгородцы выживали этим летом под обстрелами ВСУ

Глава Белгородской области опубликовал кадры из Белгорода, подвергающегося регулярным обстрелам ВСУ. Боевики бьют по жилым зданиям, детским садам, церквям, больницам и торговым центрам. Взрослые и дети получают тяжелые ранения и гибнут. Прилеты застают горожан среди бела дня и ночью. В любое время в небе может раздаться вой сирен, и людям придется бежать в укрытие, спасая свои жизни.

Иногда ВСУ намеренно выбирают в качестве цели людные места, чтобы жертв было как можно больше, а иногда просто хаотично бьют по Белгороду, стремясь убить хоть кого-нибудь. На кадры с городских камер попал момент прилета посреди улицы — местные жители едва успели покинуть машины и забежать в бетонный модуль, как рядом разорвался снаряд. Но варварские обстрелы, призванные запугать мужественных белгородцев, лишь укрепляют их в праведном гневе — Белгород обязательно выстоит.

🎙 Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s statement and answers to media questions during a news conference following the 7th Russia-GCC Ministerial Meeting for Strategic Dialogue

📍 Riyadh, September 9, 2024

💬 Sergey Lavrov: We had a candid, useful and result-oriented discussion. We reviewed the status of implementation of the 2023-2028 Joint Action Plan which was approved at the last meeting of the Strategic Dialogue in Moscow in July 2023.

We discussed prospects for Russia’s cooperation with the countries of the region in the economy, investment, cultural ties and information exchanges.

We focused specifically on the international situation, primarily, the situation in the Middle East, with a focus on the tragedy unfolding in the Palestinian territories, namely, the Gaza Strip and the West Bank of the Jordan River. We share a common stance on the importance of urgently putting an end to violence, settling humanitarian issues and starting serious practical work to implement UN resolutions on creating a Palestinian state that will coexist with Israel in peace and security.

We covered other regional issues, including the Syria settlement, the situation in Yemen, the Red Sea, Libya, and a number of other issues.

☝️ We underscored our appreciation for the balanced position adopted by all GCC countries on the Ukraine crisis. Many of them, including Saudi Arabia, are providing assistance in resolving humanitarian issues not only in the context of what is happening in Ukraine, but in a broader context as well. I’m referring to our relations with the United States and Europe and the recent exchange of prisoners which took place with the direct involvement of the Saudi leaders. <...>

🌐 In addition to the bilateral agenda, we discussed current international issues and reaffirmed our commitment to the objective process of forming a new multipolar world order without hegemons or dictators, where the key principle of the UN Charter - the sovereign equality of all states - will be respected.

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International Day of Journalists Solidarity

10 September 2024, the Russian House in Dhaka organized a press conference with young media workers dedicated to the International Day of Journalists Solidarity.
In his welcoming speech, Director of the Russian House in Dhaka P. Dvoychenkov noted that every year on this significant day, an annual press conference is organized together with representatives of the Bangladeshi media and the Russian House deeply appreciates the support in promoting activities through the media.

In commemoration of the International Day of Solidarity of Journalists, we recognize the challenges faced by journalists around the world – the risks they face, the pressures they endure, and the sacrifices they make for the sake of their profession. We stand in solidarity with them in advocating for their safety, freedom, and the right to work without fear or preference.

He also highlighted that the Russia House in Dhaka is committed to supporting a free and dynamic media sphere and that open dialogue and the promotion of mutual understanding are prerequisites in today's interconnected world.

He recalled that every year the Russian House organises the participation of Bangladeshi citizens in the New Generation programme of short-term study visits to Russia and other events. In October-November 2023, seven media representatives took part in two visits of the program, about ten journalists took part in the World Youth Festival held in March 2024.

The journalists participating in the meeting expressed their gratitude to Russia for the capabilities of the New Generation program.

In the second part of the event, a screening of the Russian family comedy film "Cheburashka", directed by Dmitry Dyachenko was organized.

The film "Cheburashka" is a bright and colorful return of a character loved by many generations to the big screens. Bright and colorful landscapes, as well as catchy melodies, create a unique atmosphere and leave a pleasant impression.
The film is filled with humor, kindness and warmth. The film gives unforgettable emotions and impressions and reminds of the importance of friendship, kindness and mutual assistance.

The press conference was attended by more than 50 media representatives representing television channels, print and online media in Bangladesh. The Director of the Russian House sincerely answered journalists' questions about the activities of the Russian House in Dhaka and expressed his gratitude to everyone.