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202310 minPG-13doc-short

Political Systems

Boy

202310 minPG-13doc-short

A record-long New Year's speech by Vladimir Putin was filmed for the first time against the backdrop of military personnel in 2023.

Political Systems

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Vladimir Loginov

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A record-long New Year's speech by Vladimir Putin was filmed for the first time against the backdrop of military personnel in 2023.

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Vladimir Loginov

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Vladimir Loginov

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Vladimir Putin stands before military personnel as he delivers his New Year's greetings. For the first time in history, the speech is filmed against this backdrop. The address, broadcast just before the New Year, sets a record for its length. Traditionally, such speeches are filmed in front of the Kremlin. In 2023, this historic moment marks a significant departure from past practices in Russian communications.

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