Program of Events at the Russian House in Brussels
Dedicated to the 80th Anniversary of Victory
We invite you to join us for a series of events dedicated to the 80th Anniversary of Victory. Our program includes literary evenings, film screenings, exhibitions, concerts, and special thematic events.
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