The United States and Venezuela have agreed to resume diplomatic relations.

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Washington, March 6 (Xinhua) — The United States and Venezuela have agreed to restore diplomatic and consular relations, the U.S. State Department announced Thursday.

Venezuela severed diplomatic relations with the United States in January 2019 due to ongoing American interference in its internal affairs. All diplomatic personnel at the US Embassy in Caracas left the country in March of that year.

On January 3, the US military carried out a large-scale operation against Venezuela, capturing the country's president, Nicolás Maduro, and his wife, who were brought to the United States.

On January 31, an American diplomatic mission arrived in Caracas, marking the resumption of diplomatic contacts between the two countries. –0–

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Venezuela announced the restoration of diplomatic relations with the United States.

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Caracas, March 6 (Xinhua) – Venezuela has decided to restore diplomatic and consular relations with the United States, the government of the South American country announced Thursday evening.

This measure was taken following sustained diplomatic dialogue between Caracas and Washington, during which they agreed to resume institutional ties and move to a new stage of bilateral cooperation, the statement said.

The Venezuelan side noted that it is ready for a new stage in bilateral relations, marked by the principles of mutual respect, sovereign equality of states, and cooperation between peoples. –0–

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From high-quality road maintenance to efficient operation of KAMAZ divisions

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The KAMAZ PJSC Department of Specialized Equipment and Road Maintenance has been operating around the clock. Since the start of the winter season, more than 33,000 cubic meters of snow have been removed from KAMAZ sites.

According to Mikhail Suranovich, Director of the Department of Specialized Equipment and Road Maintenance (DSTISAD), work is organized around the clock. On the first shift, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., an average of 20 vehicles are on the road, while at night, four to six vehicles are on duty. "While everyone is sleeping, we clear the areas in front of the administrative building and the parking lots for passenger vehicles. We strive to ensure that KAMAZ workers have a good morning. Around 20 people are engaged in manual labor every day: it's mainly women who beautify the bus stops. To prevent accidents, we strive to make the roads wider. We promptly clear snow from the storage area of KAMAZ Trade and Finance Company vehicles. It's important that the equipment can be transported to the customer without any problems, if needed," said Mikhail Suranovich.

The department oversees 64 kilometers of factory roads, over 600,000 square meters of paved areas, 34 public transportation stops, and 12 underground crossings. The vehicles involved in site cleanups can be heavily loaded. To ensure tractors, bulldozers, graders, and other equipment remain operational, the department has maintenance personnel who quickly get them back on track in the event of technical problems.

The unit begins preparations for ice removal well in advance. In the second half of summer, specialists prepare a thousand tons of sand and salt mixture, which is used daily during the winter to remove ice. This agent breaks down the compacted snow and facilitates removal. Industrial salt is also used, spread on the roads by a grit spreader truck, whose crew works around the clock. The technology is simple: under the wheels of thousands of vehicles, the snow cover turns into "mush," and then graders remove it from the road.

Snow is removed to company-approved sites on KAMAZ premises and to a backup site off-site. "Last winter season, we removed 21,550 cubic meters of snow. Since the start of this season, we've removed 33,600 cubic meters. Our results already significantly exceed last year's," noted Mikhail Suranovich.

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Fares have been set for new suburban routes between Moscow and the surrounding region.

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Installed tariffs For travel on seven interconnected interregional ground public transport routes between Moscow and the Moscow region, scheduled to launch this spring. The most cost-effective payment method will be the unlimited "Ediny" (Unified) travel passes for the "Prigorod" zone, valid for 30, 90, and 365 days. These will allow passengers to save up to 60 percent on travel annually and enjoy free transfers across all Moscow public transport.

"Sergey Sobyanin approved plans for developing the Moscow-Moscow Region project routes for 2026. Together with the Moscow Region Government, we plan to integrate 54 routes in the western, northwestern, northern, and northeastern directions into the capital's transport system. We will launch the first seven of these routes in the spring. Passengers will be transported by new, large-class buses, including commuter buses. We received them under a contract for the supply of over 500 modern buses. Convenient and reliable transportation will connect metro stations near the Moscow Ring Road with major towns in the Moscow Region, including Krasnoznamensk and Vlasikha," said the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport and Industry.

Maxim Liksutov.

New routes

Passengers will be able to use the following routes:

— No. 1339 “Metro “Park Pobedy” — “Marinka” store (city of Odintsovo);

— No. 1442 “Metro “Park Pobedy”” — “Hospital” (city of Krasnoznamensk);

— No. 1442a “Metro “Park Pobedy” — “Shopping center “Zvezdny”” (city of Krasnoznamensk);

— No. 1477 “Kyiv Metro Station” — “Post Office” (Vlasikha village);

— No. 1542 “Tushinskaya Metro Station” — “Emerald Hills” Residential Complex” (Krasnogorsk);

— No. 1549 “Tushinskaya metro station” — “62nd city hospital” (Istra village);

— No. 1566 “Tushinskaya Metro Station” — “Chernevo Microdistrict” (Krasnogorsk city).

Fares

A single trip on route #1542 will cost 73 rubles with a Troika card and 78 rubles with a bank card. A trip on route #1549 will cost 90 rubles with a Troika card and 95 rubles with a bank card. A trip on route #1566 will cost 85 rubles with a Troika card and 90 rubles with a bank card.

On routes #1339, 1442, 1442a, and 1477, fares will be zonal. The fare on route #1339, depending on the distance, will be 71–127 rubles with a Troika card, and 76–132 rubles with a bank card. On route #1442, the fare will be 71–190 rubles with a Troika card, and 76–195 rubles with a bank card. On route #1442a, the fare will be 71–199 rubles with a Troika card, and 76–204 rubles with a bank card. On route #1477, the fare will be 71–164 rubles with a Troika card, and 76–169 rubles with a bank card. To pay for travel, you will need to validate your ticket at the entrance and exit.

Unlimited "Ediny" travel cards with the "Prigorod" zone will also be valid on the new routes: 30-day passes cost 4,450 rubles, 90-day passes cost 11,400 rubles, and 365-day passes cost 33,200 rubles.

Students will be able to use discounted "Ediny" unlimited-ride travel cards for 30 and 90 days in the "Prigorod" zone, priced at 1,390 rubles and 3,960 rubles, respectively. Concessionary categories will also be able to use the Muscovite and Moscow Region Resident Cards, similar to those on city routes in the capital.

In addition, privileged categories of Moscow Region citizens and individuals under 60 years of age entitled to free travel on regional routes will be granted free travel on all connecting routes between Moscow and the region.

Development of communications between Moscow and the region

According to an agreement between the governments of Moscow and the Moscow region, more than 50 existing suburban routes in the western, northwestern, northern, and northeastern directions are planned to be included in the Moscow transport system by 2026.

By 2028, at least 30 percent of currently operating suburban ground public transport routes will be included in the capital's transport system.

These routes will implement Moscow transport standards that have already become familiar to city residents. These include convenient schedules, convenient and predictable bus intervals, modern rolling stock, and qualified personnel.

Over 500 modern buses of various capacity classes, including medium, large, and large commuter, have been purchased to operate these routes. They will operate both the planned routes and those launched last year.

In addition to improving travel comfort, the addition of new interregional routes will provide additional impetus to the development of transport infrastructure in the Moscow region, including the installation of modern bus shelters, dedicated bus lanes, the creation and renovation of existing transport hubs, and increased use of various modes of public transport for daily travel from the Moscow region to Moscow and back. The freed-up rolling stock of the regional carrier will be redirected to strengthen routes across the Moscow region to Moscow Central Diameters stations.

In accordance with the objectives of the national project Infrastructure for Life Moscow is placing significant emphasis on modernizing its social and public infrastructure, including increasing the number of convenient public transportation routes and upgrading its rolling stock. As part of the national project, the capital has also begun developing its Central Transportation Hub. It will become a unified transportation system with predictable commuter rail service for over 30 million residents in 11 Russian regions.

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More than 26 kilometers of water supply and sewerage networks were reconstructed and built in 2025 in the southeast of the capital.

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In 2025, in the South-Eastern Administrative District of the capital, specialists Moscow City Services Complex 26.17 kilometers of water supply and wastewater networks were reconstructed and built. New construction accounted for 60 percent of the work completed—more than 16 kilometers—while renovations accounted for approximately 10 kilometers.

The Pechatniki district led the way in terms of work completed, with over 4.9 kilometers of networks reconstructed and built. Kuzminki and Yuzhnoportovy districts ranked second and third (4.3 and three kilometers, respectively).

When performing utility work, Mosvodokanal specialists use domestically produced materials. These have proven themselves in various projects, demonstrating excellent technical and operational characteristics. For upgrading and installing urban utility lines, specialists prefer trenchless solutions. This minimizes disruption to existing landscaped areas and reduces project completion time.

Earlier, Sergei Sobyanin spoke about the development Moscow water supply and sanitation networkHe noted that the city's development is impossible without a reliable utility infrastructure. Furthermore, the new networks create reserve capacity for the future.

The projects being implemented in the capital to update and improve the reliability of public utility infrastructure are in line with the goals and objectives of the national project Infrastructure for LifeMore information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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Moscow parks will host photo exhibitions, lectures, and family runs from March 7 to 9.

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From March 7 to 9, Moscow parks under the jurisdiction of the capital Department of Culture, invites residents to tours, creative workshops, and races. The events are suitable for the whole family.

Photo exhibition, tour and lectures

On March 7 at 11:00 AM, a lecture entitled "Vigorous Hardening" will be held on the embankment of the Bolshoy Vorontsovsky Pond at the Vorontsovo Estate. Attendees will learn about key health-improving methods and receive valuable advice. At 2:00 PM, a lecture entitled "Aroma and Mood" will be held in the park's theater wing, where guests will learn the history of essential oils. A live music concert will also take place at 3:00 PM. The band "Decimal Number" will perform remixes and interpretations of famous rock hits. Admission is free.

On March 7, from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM, a DJ set called "To the Sounds of Spring" will be held on the ice rink of the 50th Anniversary of October Park. Admission is byticket to the skating rink.

On Sunday, March 8, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, a figure skating master class will be held at the skating rink in the N.E. Bauman Garden. Admission is byticket to the ice rink.

From March 7th to 9th, from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM, the Gorky Park Gallery will host a joint photography exhibition with the Rodchenko School, "Tropka: Practices of Slow Photography." It features works created using manual and alternative photographic processes, including silver printing, cyanotype, chemotherapy, and other material techniques. The exhibition is decorated with tree branches and moss. A ticket is required to visit the exhibition. ticket to the museum.

Master classes, races and a musical performance

On March 7 at 9:00 AM, five-kilometer races will take place in Moscow parks. Admission is free. One of the races will be held in the park near the Raduga ponds. At the Lyublino estate, participants will run from Shkulev Park to the outbuilding.

Two routes will be organized in Severnoye Tushino Park: the main one will run along the embankment, and a trail run will follow the paths of Aleshkinsky Forest. Participants are welcome to participate ages four and up.

At 11:00 AM, the park will also host a qigong breathing exercise class, and at 12:00 PM, a painting workshop. At 3:00 PM, you can attend a dessert-making workshop. Admission is free.

On March 7 at 4:00 PM, Izmailovsky Park will host the musical performance "The Bear and the Droplet." Spectators will be treated to antique winged gusli, reed pipes, and an accordion. At the same time, a lecture entitled "How to Create Interviews and Film Video Interviews in Today's Realities: Practical Tips from a Creative Producer" will be held in the exhibition pavilion. Admission is free.

On March 8, a brain gymnastics class will be held in the Terletskaya Dubrava recreation area's Lecture Hall from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Admission is free.

Parks of Moscowis a large-scale urban initiative aimed at creating comfortable, modern, and multifunctional recreation areas for residents and visitors of the capital. It encompasses over 50 park areas popular with sports enthusiasts, culture lovers, family leisure enthusiasts, and those seeking a connection with nature. The project not only preserves unique landscapes and ecosystems but also infuses the parks with new infrastructure.

The weekend park program contributes to the implementation of the national project's goals and objectives in Moscow. "Family"More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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The Moscow Model Pavilion has prepared a program in honor of March 8.

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From March 7 to 9 in the pavilion "Moscow Model" A cultural and entertainment program dedicated to International Women's Day will be held. Guests of all ages will enjoy quizzes, light shows, and special festive events. This was announced by the Moscow Government Minister and Head of the Moscow Department of Urban Development Policy. Vladislav Ovchinsky.

"We've prepared a program that not only introduces guests to Moscow's history but also highlights women's contributions to the city's development. Through stories about specific projects and events, visitors will be able to take a fresh look at familiar neighborhoods and architectural designs. We've designed a variety of formats so that every guest can choose the one that best suits them and spend the holidays in a warm and inspiring atmosphere," noted Vladislav Ovchinsky.

Over the course of three days, the pavilion will host a tour titled "Women's Contribution to the Development of the Capital." It is dedicated to the women who have shaped the city's appearance and history: engineers, sculptors, patrons of the arts, and artists. You can join the tour at 12:10 PM, 3:10 PM, and 6:10 PM. Visitors will also have access to themed quizzes.

On March 8, from 12:00 to 5:00 PM, artists will paint portraits of visitors at the "Moscow Model" pavilion. Young guests will also participate in a master class on creating spring flowers from decorative materials. They will learn various techniques for creating three-dimensional arrangements and create a gift to give to their mother or grandmother, or to keep as a souvenir. The class will take place from 3:00 to 4:30 PM in the neighboring "Smart City" pavilion.

As per tradition, festive light shows are planned – they will take place every 30 minutes from 11:00 to 19:30.

The "Moscow Model" pavilion opened in October 2017 with the participation of Sergei Sobyanin. This unique space, with its meticulous attention to detail, allows visitors to see the entire capital in miniature. The site is open to the public from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, and admission is free. For more information, a schedule of lighting shows, and to sign up for tours, please visitwebsite.

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Vuchetich's paintings and high relief: VDNKh invites you on tours of the Central Pavilion

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VDNKh invites you to tour Pavilion No. 1, "Central." Guests will have a rare opportunity to see it in all its glory—free of exhibition structures.

Following a major restoration, the pavilion showcased the finest examples of national art. Until February 1, the pavilion hosted the exhibition "The Image of Moscow in Russian Art from the Collection of the State Russian Museum," and previously, an exhibition from the State Tretyakov Gallery.

Visitors will see mural paintings that became permanent exhibits after the pavilion's restoration. These include "The Storming of the Winter Palace" and "V.I. Lenin Proclaims Soviet Power at the Second Congress of Soviets" by Pavel Sokolov-Scali, "The Soviet People Have the Right to Education" ("Students at Moscow State University") by Alexander Gerasimov, "The Soviet People Have the Right to Rest" by Sergei Otroshchenko, and "Dairy and Meat Production" by Boris Shcherbakov.

Tour guides will pay special attention to the monumental high relief "Glory to the Standard Bearer of Peace, to the Soviet People!" by Yevgeny Vuchetich. Long considered lost, it was discovered and restored during the pavilion's restoration. The 90-square-meter high relief depicts a ceremonial procession of Soviet citizens of various nationalities, professions, and ages. It depicts over 1,500 people, with approximately 30 key figures prominently featured. The high relief is considered one of the greatest treasures not only of VDNKh but of all Russian art.

Landmark exhibitions and popular events: how 2025 went in Moscow's museums

Additionally, during the tour, guests will examine the pavilion's structure and decor, learn about its creators, and see the results of the restoration that has restored the building to its original appearance. Guides will share stories of the most amazing discoveries made during the work and explain how lost details were restored.

Currently, you can only visit Pavilion No. 1 "Central" as part of a tour group. Excursions The events are held daily: Monday through Friday at 11:30, 12:30, 18:00, and 19:00; Saturday and Sunday at 11:30, 12:30, 14:30, 15:30, 17:30, and 19:00. A ticket is required to participate.

Holding events for VDNKh guests is in line with the objectives of the national project Tourism and Hospitality and is a key part of the VDNKh development strategy until 2030. More information about national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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The upgraded electric train has begun testing before entering service on the Yaroslavl line.

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Metropolitan Moscow Department of Transport Together with JSC Central Suburban Passenger Company and JSC Transmashholding, the company continues to upgrade rolling stock on the Yaroslavl Line. This line is one of the most popular, so it's important to ensure maximum passenger comfort, noted the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport and Industry. Maxim Liksutov.

"The Yaroslavl route is the most popular in Moscow and the surrounding region. More than 300,000 trips are made on it per weekday. We strive to make passenger travel comfortable, so we are constantly improving our existing conditions. Last June, we began upgrading the rolling stock on the Yaroslavl route. Currently, 15 modern Ivolga 4.0 trains are operating there. Over the course of the year, upgraded EP2DM trains will be added to the fleet. A total of five such trains will operate on the Yaroslavl route," said Maxim Liksutov.

The updated EP2DM trains will be deployed in the spring. The first such train has already arrived at the Aprelevka depot and is undergoing testing on the Kyiv line toward Kaluga.

"Soon, alongside the Ivolga 4.0 trains, five modern EP2DM trains will begin carrying passengers on the Yaroslavl route. They have proven themselves in intensive service on MCD-4, where they have been operating since the diameter's opening, and more recently on MCD-2. For Russia's most popular commuter route, we have prepared an updated version of the train, which will begin operating after testing, adjustments, and test runs," said Ivan Konev, CEO of the Central Suburban Passenger Company.

The updated EP2DM trains were designed with passenger requests in mind. Mint and gray shades have been added to the interior color scheme, and the flooring has been made darker and more practical. The seats, the same as those in the Ivolga 4.0 trains, are stylish and modern, ergonomic, and equipped with USB chargers (Type A and Type C). For passenger convenience, additional vertical and horizontal handrails have been installed while the train is in motion. Signs have been installed above the doors in the vestibules to assist passengers when exiting, especially during rush hour. The restrooms have also been updated. The layout of the restrooms has been redesigned, and a modern touch-sensitive faucet, soap dispenser, and hand dryer have been installed, along with a changing table for passengers with children.

The train livery has also been updated. The updated EP2DM trains feature a new paint scheme on the front of the cars, and additional LED lights—the aforementioned "eyelashes"—have been added, making the train easily recognizable.

Before sending a new train on its maiden voyage with passengers, specialists test the traction and braking systems, check the operation of the pantographs and high-voltage equipment, and test the air conditioning systems. Afterward, they conduct a test run of the train to identify and address any issues.

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An eyewitness account of the start of the SVO: a meeting with war correspondent Mikhail Surikov was held at the Main Directorate of Management.

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Students from the Institute of Economics and Finance at the State University of Management met with war correspondent Mikhail Surikov, codenamed Vologda, who has supported Donbas for over 10 years, considering it his second homeland.

The guest provided a historical insight into the motives behind the start of the SVO, as an eyewitness described the shelling of a school in Donetsk on Knowledge Day in 2014, and the atrocities and permissiveness of the neo-Nazis of the Azov Battalion (designated a terrorist organization and banned in the Russian Federation) against ordinary civilians in the DPR and LPR.

The two-time world champion in universal combat and world champion in MMA explained why he decided to give up his career as a world-renowned athlete and become a war correspondent.

Mikhail emphasized that he draws strength from his faith, and he was supported in this by Priest Kirill Kraev, rector of the Church of St. Andrew Bogolyubsky on Volzhsky.

During the meeting, the guests noted that today the struggle is taking place not only along the line of combat contact, but also in the information field, and it is crucial to be able to confront the enemy on all fronts.

In conclusion, the audience was briefed on the support measures the university provides to students wishing to serve in the Unmanned Systems Troops—a new, high-tech branch of the Russian Armed Forces.

Conditions for students of the State University of Management:

A 12-month contract with a return to studies without losing a course. Studying continues remotely, with payment at the university's expense. Free retraining courses at the State University of Management.

Details about the program can be found on the official website, and you can apply using this link.

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