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3 12, 2025

The Russian House in Brussels Honoured the Memory of the Fallen on the Day of the Unknown Soldier

2025-12-04T11:41:36+01:00December 3rd, 2025|Categories: History Club, Our Compatriots, Russian House News, Victory80|Tags: , , , , , |

Today, on 3 December, the Day of the Unknown Soldier, staff of the Russian House in Brussels laid flowers at the monument to Soviet citizens who died in Belgium, located at the Brussels Cemetery. The Day of the Unknown Soldier is a commemorative date marked annually in Russia on 3 December in honour of Russian and Soviet servicemen who fell in combat both on the territory of the country and beyond its borders. The date was established in memory of the transfer in 1966 of the remains of an unknown soldier to the Alexander Garden near the Kremlin Wall — [...]

27 11, 2025

Public Policy and Law: New Learning Opportunities at the RUDN University Law Institute

2025-11-27T14:58:22+01:00November 27th, 2025|Categories: Education in Russia, Meet Russia|Tags: , |

On November 18 at 14:00 (Brussels time), the Law Institute of the RUDN University held an online presentation dedicated to admission opportunities at the Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia. Participants learned about the three levels of study — Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD programs, and received an in-depth introduction to the Department of Public Policy and the History of State and Law, including its new educational program. Speakers of the event:— Freddy Agonnoude, PhD in Political Science, Senior Lecturer at the Department of Public Policy and the History of State and Law— Asiyat Ibragimova, Specialist in International Affairs, Law Institute of [...]

11 11, 2025

The Staff of the Russian House Took Part in a Wreath-Laying Ceremony at Ixelles Cemetery on Armistice Day

2025-11-11T14:59:32+01:00November 11th, 2025|Categories: History Club, Our Compatriots, Russian House News, With Russian Roots|Tags: , , , , |

On November 11, 2025, the staff of the Russian House in Brussels took part in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Ixelles Cemetery in honor of Armistice Day, a date commemorated across Europe to mark the end of World War I and to honor the memory of those who fell. This annual ceremony is a symbol of gratitude and respect for those who gave their lives in the struggle for freedom and peace in Europe. At Ixelles Cemetery, Russian and Soviet soldiers and officers are buried — they fell in Belgium during the First and Second World Wars, defending the freedom [...]

15 10, 2025

The regional resettlement program for compatriots to the Pskov Region

2025-10-15T14:15:15+02:00October 15th, 2025|Categories: Meet Russia, Our Compatriots|Tags: |

On September 30, the Russian House in Brussels hosted a presentation of the regional resettlement program for compatriots to the Pskov Region. Here is a brief summary of the discussion. The Pskov Region has been actively implementing the State Program for the Resettlement of Compatriots for 15 years and serves as a vivid example of the successful use of this mechanism. Since 2010, the region has welcomed more than 12,000 people from 25 countries around the world. From January to August 2025, 413 compatriots from 17 countries arrived in the Pskov Region. The experience of the Pskov Region demonstrates a [...]

13 10, 2025

Methodological Events for Teachers of Russian Abroad

2025-10-13T09:24:28+02:00October 13th, 2025|Categories: Russian language, Teach Russian|Tags: |

In the autumn of 2025, one of the largest professional events in the field of teaching Russian abroad will begin. From October 15 to November 19, the international online methodological program “Organization of Russian Language Courses Abroad” will take place, bringing together more than 1,000 teachers from 100 countries.The goal of the project is to support and strengthen the methodological potential of teachers of Russian abroad, to provide them with access to modern educational resources and technologies, and to help them organize short-term language courses for different audiences more effectively.Organizers:The Federal Agency for the Commonwealth of Independent States Affairs, Compatriots Living [...]

6 10, 2025

An online meeting with representatives of the Russian Biotechnological University (ROSBIOTECH) was held at the Russian House in Brussels

2025-10-06T18:36:57+02:00October 6th, 2025|Categories: Education in Russia, Science|Tags: , , |

Participants learned about the university’s activities, educational programs, and opportunities for international students. Founded in 1930, the Russian Biotechnological University is one of Russia’s leading institutions in the fields of biotechnology for the food and processing industries, food security, quality management, environmental protection, food chemistry, mechanical engineering, IT, and medicine. ROSBIOTECH offers multidisciplinary training in 123 study areas within secondary vocational education, bachelor’s, master’s, postgraduate, and residency programs. A distinctive feature of its medical programs is the opportunity to gain expertise in nutrition science, dietetics, and personalized nutrition. The university also implements the “Startup as a Thesis” program, aimed at [...]

8 09, 2025

On the Anniversary of the Battle of Borodino: Remembering Courage and Historical Ties between Russia and Europe

2025-09-08T15:05:51+02:00September 8th, 2025|Categories: History Club, Our Compatriots, Russian House News|

On September 8, 2025, the Russian House in Brussels commemorates the anniversary of the Battle of Borodino, one of the key events of the Patriotic War of 1812, known in European historiography as the “Battle for Moscow.” The Russian army under the command of M.I. Kutuzov repelled Napoleon’s forces, demonstrating the strength of national spirit and readiness to defend the homeland.Special attention is given to the historical role of the future first King of Belgium, Leopold I, who in his youth served in the Russian army and participated in military actions against the French. Fluent in Russian, he advanced with Russian [...]

2 09, 2025

Applications Now Open for the 2025 Career School in Yerevan

2025-09-02T12:16:35+02:00September 2nd, 2025|Categories: Contests&Olympiads, Education in Russia, Our Compatriots|Tags: , |

How can you build a successful career and promote yourself as a specialist? What skills and tools are needed for professional growth? Participants of the 2025 Career School, which will take place from October 19 to 23 in Yerevan, will receive detailed answers to these and many other questions. Young compatriots born between 1995 and 2007 are invited to apply. Participation is completely free: organizers will cover travel, accommodation, and program expenses (except for visa processing). The program includes a rich cultural and educational agenda, expert-led sessions, practical workshops, and networking opportunities. To participate, you must: Read the Competition Guidelines: [...]

25 06, 2025

An Evening with Dominique Fernandez in Brussels

2025-06-25T13:25:05+02:00June 25th, 2025|Categories: Russian House News|

On June 20, 2025, a meeting with the renowned French writer Dominique Fernandez, member of the French Academy, laureate of the Goncourt Prize, the Médicis Prize, and other prestigious literary awards, took place at the Russian House in Brussels. The evening, dedicated to the life and works of the great Russian composer Sergey Prokofiev, featured the presentation of Fernandez's new book "The Impossible Choice. The Mystery of Prokofiev," published by the French publishing house Grasset. The event, which attracted significant attention from the Belgian public, was attended by local writers, journalists, university professors and students, Russian language course attendees of [...]

9 06, 2025

Pushkin Readings in Brussels: Poetry, Memory, and a Living Legacy

2025-06-20T16:12:27+02:00June 9th, 2025|Categories: History Club, Our Compatriots, Poushkin, With Russian Roots|Tags: , , |

On June 7, the traditional Pushkin Readings took place at the monument to the great Russian poet on Pushkin Square in Laeken. Children and adults recited poems by Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin in both Russian and French. Fittingly, Pushkin himself wrote his first poems in French — and today, his poetry continues to resonate in multiple languages, bringing cultures together. The ceremony was held with the support of the International A.S. Pushkin Foundation, established by Maria Alexandrovna Pushkina-Durnovo and Alexander Alexandrovich Pushkin, direct descendants of the poet in the fifth generation. Their presence was a special highlight of the event. They listened [...]

2 06, 2025

Registration for the All-Russian Championship in Computer Multisport for Pensioners is now open

2025-06-02T09:55:54+02:00June 2nd, 2025|Categories: Meet Russia, Science|

On 21 June Moscow will host the finals of the XV All-Russian Championship in Computer Multisport for Retired Persons. Organisers: Russian Council of Pensioners and Russian State University of Social Technologies. To take part can: men from 63 years of age men of preferential category from 60 years of age women from 58 years of age women of preferential category from 55 years of age The championship will have the following nominations: ‘The whole world in your pocket’ on work on a smartphone ‘Healthy lifestyle - the basis of active longevity’ ‘80 years of Victory in the Great Patriotic War’. [...]

16 05, 2025

Russian Compatriots in Brussels Commemorated the 80th Anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War in Genk

2025-06-20T16:12:28+02:00May 16th, 2025|Categories: History Club, Our Compatriots, Victory80, With Russian Roots|Tags: , , , , , |

On May 10th, at the cemetery in Genk, Limburg Province, Belgium, Russian compatriots organized a memorial event dedicated to the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. The ceremony included the laying of flowers at the graves of Soviet soldiers who died during World War II and the “Immortal Regiment” march. The event was supported by the Russian House in Brussels. The ceremony was attended by the Director of the Russian House, V.G. Bunina, diplomats from the Russian Embassy in Belgium, as well as members of the Russian community and local residents of Genk. During the ceremony, participants [...]

13 05, 2025

Director of the Russian House in Brussels Took Part in the Victory Day Commemoration Ceremony

2025-06-20T16:12:29+02:00May 13th, 2025|Categories: History Club, Our Compatriots, Victory80, With Russian Roots|Tags: , , , , , , , |

On May 9, 2025, the Director of the Russian House in Brussels took part in a solemn ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. On this day, the Ambassador of Russia to Belgium, A.A. Tokovinin, together with the Acting Permanent Representative of Russia to the European Union, K.K. Malayan, and heads of diplomatic missions from CIS countries, laid flowers at the memorials to Soviet citizens who died in the liberation of Belgium, as well as to members of the Belgian Resistance. The ceremony was held at the cemetery in the Brussels commune of Evere. It [...]

12 05, 2025

Russian House in Brussels Commemorates Fallen Soldiers at Ixelles Cemetery

2025-06-20T16:12:29+02:00May 12th, 2025|Categories: History Club, Our Compatriots, Russian House News, Victory80, With Russian Roots|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

Brussels, May 8, 2025 — On Victory Day, representatives of the Russian House in Brussels laid flowers at Ixelles Cemetery, where Soviet soldiers who died in Belgium during the First and Second World Wars are buried. The annual ceremony symbolizes gratitude and remembrance for those who gave their lives in the fight for freedom and peace in Europe. A special guest at the ceremony was Liliane Maroutaeff, daughter of Yury Maroutaev, a member of the Belgian Resistance. His first wife was Marina Shafroff-Maroutaeva, a heroic figure of the Russian émigré community in Belgium. Marina Shafroff-Maroutaeva, daughter of a naval engineer [...]

9 05, 2025

Round Table Brought Together Researchers and Descendants of Resistance Members

2025-06-20T16:12:29+02:00May 9th, 2025|Categories: Exhibitions, History Club, Our Compatriots, Russian House News, Victory80, With Russian Roots|Tags: , , , , , , , |

On 6 May, the Russian House in Brussels hosted an international round table dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. The event focused on the heroic and united struggle of the peoples of Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, and the Soviet Union against Nazism, as well as on the challenges of preserving historical memory in the 21st century. The event brought together prominent historians, researchers, local historians, representatives of academic institutions, and descendants of members of the anti-fascist movement. The discussion centred on both well-known and lesser-studied chapters of the Resistance in Western Europe, in which [...]

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