March 3, 2026. 2027 Navigation: Ob, Irtysh, and Tom River Cruises. Discover Siberia on the Severnaya Skazka (Northern Fairy Tale) cruise ship. Explore new and favorite routes with early booking savings of up to 12%.

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The mighty Ob, Tom, and Irtysh rivers form Russia's longest river system. Taking a cruise on the comfortable ship "Northern Fairytale," you'll sail through the pristine Siberian expanses and experience the true grandeur of this mysterious region. Sales for the 2027 navigation season are now open!

3 sides of one journey:

History. Places that preserve the memory of the times when Tobolsk was the capital of the entire Siberian province. It was from here that vast territories stretching from the Ural Mountains to the Pacific Ocean were once governed.

Modern times. Novosibirsk, Russia's scientific capital, and the cities where "black gold" is mined. In less than a century, small settlements have transformed into major industrial and research centers renowned far beyond the country's borders.

People. Mesmerizing nature, places of power, and the way of life of indigenous peoples. Siberia is amazing: there is more untouched space here than developed land, and the locals have preserved their distinctive traditions.

Navigation routes 2027:

New for 2027! The "Immersion in Yamal" ethnographic cruise is a journey to where the land ends and the Arctic begins. Yamal, translated from the Nenets language, means "End of the Earth"; beyond that, there's only the Arctic Ocean.

"Immersion in Yamal" is a unique, one-of-a-kind ethnographic cruise expedition beyond the Arctic Circle to the Gulf of Ob. No glitz, no traditional tourist infrastructure, and no experience hosting large groups. Just real tundra, real people, and real life at the edge of the earth.

CRUISE PROGRAM "DIVING IN YAMAL"

Dates: August 26 – September 2, 2027

The ethnographic journey can be complemented by a "Siberian Express" cruise, either before or after. This will allow you to get a complete impression of Siberia and see Surgut, Khanty-Mansiysk, and Tobolsk.

Dates: August 19–26, 2027 along the route Tobolsk – Uvat – Khanty-Mansiysk – Berezovo – Muzhi (Khanty-Muzhi) – Salekhard.

September 2–9, 2027 along the route Salekhard – Muzhi (Khanty–Muzhi) – Berezovo – Oktyabrskoye – Khanty–Mansiysk – Surgut.

"Course to Omsk!" is a route for true explorers! This cruise will take you past famous cities and hidden gems of the Siberian region: Khanty-Mansiysk, the capital of Yugra; unique Uvat; Tobolsk, the first capital of Siberia; and rare stops like Tevriz, Tara, Bolsherechye, and Omsk.

Dates: May 12–19, 2027

The Siberian Arc – during a 16-day journey from Omsk to Novosibirsk, you'll see a variety of Siberian corners: bustling Omsk, the heart of Yugra – Khanty-Mansiysk, one of the main places of political exile – Narym, the student city of Tomsk, and 10 more vibrant stops on the Ob, Tom, and Irtysh rivers.

Dates: May 20 – June 4, 2027

The "Great Siberian Journey" is a 17-day journey covering over 3,000 kilometers along the Ob and Irtysh rivers, exploring the landscapes of the Siberian hinterland and the iconic landmarks of the region's major cities. You'll visit the Komi-Zyryan people in Muzhi, assemble a genuine reindeer herder's tent in Salekhard, learn about the Romanov family's connection to Tobolsk, experience the everyday life of the professors in Tomsk, and make many more amazing discoveries.

Dates: June 4–20, 2027

"From the Taiga to the Arctic Circle" is a classic route between Surgut and Tobolsk, allowing you to see all the iconic sites of Western Siberia in 11 days: the ancient Siberian capital of Tobolsk, the fortress city of Salekhard, cozy Khanty-Mansiysk, the ancient village of Berezovo, and other interesting places on the Ob and Irtysh rivers.

Dates: June – August 2027

Direct flights from several major Russian cities operate daily to the ports of departure, and there is also a rail connection for those who prefer a vacation without flights.

About the ship "Northern Fairy Tale":

Your journey will take place on one of the most modernized and comfortable three-deck ships cruising Russia's rivers. This intimate, mid-sized vessel accommodates up to 145 guests. The crew-to-guest ratio is just 1:2, ensuring exceptional attention to each guest and a truly warm, homely atmosphere on board.

The geography of the cruises is conveyed in the exterior design and public spaces.

Cozy cabins of various categories, including those with private balconies; two restaurants and a menu featuring Siberian cuisine, specially designed for cruises on the Ob and Irtysh; the "Heart of Siberia" lounge bar, offering guests a specially curated selection of drinks, northern berry jams, and herbal liqueurs; a panoramic "Forest Lounge," where you can enjoy the river views in an intimate setting; and a spacious master salon with a children's corner.

Our general partner, the cruise company "Sozvezdie," has ensured that every day is filled with vibrant experiences: a variety of entertainment programs awaits you, from sports activities, master classes, and thematic lectures to evenings of live music and performances.

The cruise price includes: accommodation in a cabin of your choice, three meals a day, excursions along the route, an entertainment program, and travel information on board.

Advantageous conditions for early booking:

A maximum seasonal discount of 10% applies when booking a cruise from March 3 to May 1, 2026. Cruise prices on our website include our current early booking offer; an additional 2% discount applies when paying in full at once; cruises are available in installments! Advance payment of 35% retains the seasonally discounted price, with the remaining amount paid 60 days prior to the cruise departure.

Other discounts and promotions are also valid in conjunction with the seasonal discount:

When purchasing two main berths, children aged 14 and under (inclusive) travel free on an extra berth; a 15% discount is available for children aged 14 and under (inclusive) when occupying main berths; a 5% discount is available for birthday celebrants, newlyweds, and couples celebrating a wedding anniversary in 2027 that is a multiple of 5 years; and a 3% discount is available for pensioners.

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Financial news: 03.03.2026, 12-58 (Moscow time) the values of the upper limit of the price corridor and the range of market risk assessment for the security RU000A10B0T2 (RZhD 1P-39R) were changed.

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March 3, 2026

12:58

In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of PJSC Moscow Exchange by the NCC (JSC) on 03.03.2026, 12-58 (Moscow time), the values of the upper limit of the price corridor (up to 123.64) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 1329.84 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 21.25%) of the security RU000A10B0T2 (RZhD 1P-39R) were changed.

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Financial news: 03.03.2026, 12-32 (Moscow time) the values of the lower boundary of the price corridor and the range for assessing market risks for the PLT/RUB currency pair were changed.

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In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the foreign exchange market and the precious metals market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by the National Clearing Center (JSC) on March 3, 2026, 12:32 (Moscow time), the values of the lower limit of the price corridor (up to RUB 5,060.98 in the TOD settlement mode) and the market risk assessment range (up to RUB 4,584.9535, equivalent to a rate of 21.96%) for the PLT/RUB currency pair were changed. New values are available. Here.

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Time is running out: winter roads are closing soon.

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Why is winter peak transportation time in Chukotka?

Few people know that the busiest time for transportation in Chukotka is the winter season. It's during this time that winter roads—unique routes through the snow—open, enabling the delivery of important cargo to remote areas.

The winter road carries everything—food, fuel, construction materials, spare parts, and equipment for the mines. This is vital logistics for supporting work and life on the farthest frontiers.

The operation of winter trails depends on weather conditions:

– Pevek – Bilibino – operates from approximately February to March.– Yakutsk – Bilibino – operates from December to April.

Once winter roads close, cargo transportation becomes possible only by air. This is expensive and not always convenient, especially for large volumes, weights, or dimensions of cargo. In this case, you'll need to book a charter flight—an expensive proposition. Don't wait for the winter roads to close! Now is the time to ship your cargo while the roads are open. Prompt planning will save you money and avoid delays.

Contact us today and ensure your logistics in Chukotka are stress-free and cost-effective.

Publication date: 03/03/2026

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March 1, 2026. Special offers for cruises on the Ural and Bashkortostan ships. Travel with savings of up to 21% or receive an additional 3% discount on select cruises from Moscow, Kazan, or Nizhny Novgorod.

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From March 1 to 31, 2026, take advantage of favorable conditions on select cruises on the Ural and Bashkortostan ships.

Interesting routes along the Volga and Oka rivers from Moscow, Kazan, or Nizhny Novgorod await you, along with an intimate atmosphere on board.

The prices of cruises on our website do not include any current promotional offers.

Spring Exclusive Promotion:

21% discount on standard berths on select cruises on the Bashkortostan motor ship. Seats are limited; offer cannot be combined with other discounts or promotions listed on the sailings. Only for new bookings and full payment from March 1 to March 31, 2026.

"Cruise in Plus" promotion

An additional 3% discount applies when purchasing two or more cabins on select cruises on the Ural motor ship in a single booking. Cabins are limited. The 5% seasonal discount and 5% senior citizen discount also apply. This discount is only applicable for new bookings and when paid in full between March 1 and March 31, 2026.

The Ural is a modernized three-deck ship, capable of accommodating up to 296 guests. Most of the cabins on the middle deck have been renovated for the 2024 season.

"Bashkortostan" is a two-deck motor ship built in Hungary, which can accommodate up to 152 guests.

At your service on board: restaurants, a bar, a conference room, a music room and a reading room.

The cruise price includes: accommodation in a cabin of your choice, three meals a day, an entertainment program, and travel information on board.

City tours along the route can be purchased additionally on board, allowing you to choose what interests you.

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Financial news: Demand for KSU on the Moscow Exchange money market has grown by one and a half times in a year.

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The share of transactions with clearing participation certificates (CPC) in the open position in repo transactions for businesses and private investors increased by one and a half times over the year and amounted to 51% at the end of February 2026.

The GSU is the most liquid instrument on the exchange-traded money market. The current open position of all Moscow Exchange money market participants in repo transactions with the GSU exceeds 4 trillion rubles.

The volume of repo transactions with clearing participation certificates (CPC) on the Moscow Exchange money market as of February 2026 amounted to 50.2 trillion rubles, which is 44% of the total volume of repo transactions with the central counterparty (CCP).

Dmitry Danilenko, Director of Money Market Development at Moscow Exchange:

"Exactly 10 years ago, we launched clearing participation certificates to give participants more collateral management options. Today, the repo market with CPCs accounts for more than a third of the total exchange-traded repo market, and over the 10 years of its existence, nearly 16,000 companies, as well as over two million private investors through money market funds, have used it to conduct transactions totaling over 1.6 quadrillion rubles. CPCs have become not just a convenient and flexible collateral tool for repo transactions, but a strategically important element of the Russian financial system."

CSUs are actively used in the money market fund segment—the share of transactions involving certificates in February 2026 was 39%. In the business repo segment, the share of transactions involving CSUs was 19% (9% compared to February 2025). Russian financial institutions account for 42% of the volume of repo transactions involving CSUs.

Since the introduction of CPCs on the Moscow Exchange, money market participants have concluded over 3.3 million transactions with them. Clearing participation certificates are also actively used in the CCP deposit segment. For example, the average daily open position in CCP deposits last year doubled compared to 2024, exceeding 515 billion rubles.

Based on repo operations with the CSU, the indicator is calculated RUSFAR, reflecting the value of secured money on the Russian market.

A CSU is a security issued to a participant in exchange for assets contributed to a repo pool. These assets may include stocks, bonds, Russian rubles, Chinese yuan, and precious metals such as gold and silver. The participant retains ownership of the contributed assets, including the right to receive income and voting rights.

Money market The Moscow Exchange is one of the most important segments of the Russian financial market, used by financial companies, large, medium, and small businesses, and individual investors to manage their liquidity. Money market instruments include repos with the Central Custody Transfer (CCT), repos with the Central Custody Transfer (CCT), repos with the Bank of Russia (CBR), interdealer repos, deposits with the CCT, loans, and deposit and loan auctions. Trading is organized by the Moscow Exchange, and clearing and settlement are performed by the National Clearing Center (NCC, part of the Moscow Exchange Group).

Contact information for media: 7 (495) 363-3232PR@moex.com

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Financial news: 03.03.2026, 10-03 (Moscow time) the values of the upper limit of the price corridor and the range of market risk assessment for the RNFT (RussNft JSC) security were changed.

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March 3, 2026

10:03

In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of PJSC Moscow Exchange by the NCC (JSC) on 03.03.2026, 10-03 (Moscow time), the values of the upper limit of the price corridor (up to 154.15) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 170.29 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 31.25%) of the RNFT (RussNft JSC) security were changed.

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Urgent: Refraining from the use or threat of force in international relations is in the fundamental interests of all parties, including Israel — Chinese Foreign Minister

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BEIJING, March 3 (Xinhua) — Refraining from the threat or use of force in international relations is in the fundamental interests of all parties, including Israel, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Tuesday.

Wang Yi, also a member of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee, made the announcement during a telephone conversation with Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar. The conversation was initiated by the Israeli side.

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China is deeply saddened by the numerous civilian casualties resulting from US-Israeli airstrikes on Iran, the Chinese Foreign Ministry said.

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Beijing, March 3 (Xinhua) — China is deeply saddened by the numerous civilian casualties resulting from US and Israeli air strikes on Iran, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Tuesday.

"During armed conflicts, the 'red line' of protecting civilians must not be crossed; the indiscriminate use of force is unacceptable," Mao Ning said at a regular briefing for journalists.

China calls on all parties to fulfill their obligations under international law, effectively ensure the safety of civilians and refrain from targeting civilian objects, the Chinese diplomat added.

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D. Trump expressed disappointment that Britain refused to join the strikes on Iran.

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London, March 3 (Xinhua) — US President Donald Trump said relations between the UK and the US are "clearly not what they were" after Britain reiterated its decision not to join the US and Israeli strikes on Iran, British media reported on Tuesday.

In an interview with The Sun newspaper, D. Trump noted that British Prime Minister Keir Starmer “didn’t help at all.”

"I never thought I'd see this. I never thought I'd see this from the UK," Trump said. "It's very sad to see that the relationship is clearly not what it was."

D. Trump said he was "very disappointed" in K. Starmer for not allowing him to use the military base in Diego Garcia to carry out strikes against Iran.

In his statement on Sunday, Starmer allowed Washington to use the base for "specific and limited defensive purposes." But Trump noted that it "took too long" for the British Prime Minister to change his mind.

Mr Starmer told the British parliament on Monday that the country would not join the US and Israel in their "offensive strikes" against Iran.

“President Trump has expressed his disagreement with our decision not to participate in the initial strikes, but it is my duty to judge what is in the UK’s national interest,” he stressed. –0–

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