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Russia Today
4 days ago
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RT Arabic and Moscow authorities launch campaign for Middle Eastern visitors (PHOTOS)
RT Arabic and the Moscow Department of Transport have launched a new campaign to welcome Arabic-speaking tourists to the Russian capital. The project, titled 'Marhaban, Moskva' ('Hello, Moscow!'), aims to make the city's public transportation system more accessible for visitors from the Middle East and North Africa. As part of the initiative, eye-catching posters have been placed at central bus and tram stops across the city. Featuring greetings in both Russian and Arabic, the banners blend cultural icons, including traditional Russian matryoshka dolls painted in Khokhloma style, a centuries-old decorative technique known for its vivid red, gold, and black floral patterns, alongside the iconic Arabic dallah, a symbol of Eastern hospitality. The collaboration also provides Arabic-speaking visitors with an opportunity to scan a link on the posters to access a new 'Hello, Moscow!' section on the RT Arabic website offering curated guides on how to navigate the city, recommended transport routes, and updates on events happening around town. As part of the campaign, the Department of Transport has issued a special edition of Troika transport cards, which are reusable smart cards used for paying fares on Moscow's public transit, featuring the same Russian-Arabic design. 'It's great to hear Arabic on Moscow's streets and see tourists enjoying the city,' said Maya Manna, head of RT Arabic. 'We and the Transport Department share the goal of making Moscow accessible and welcoming.' The initiative adds a multilingual touch to the city's streets, just as Moscow prepares to host the Russia-Arab World summit on October 14–15, 2025. 'Moscow is a global tourist hub,' said Maxim Liksutov, deputy mayor for transport. 'We're working to make travel easier for all visitors, and this is our second collaboration with RT to support Arabic-speaking guests.' The posters will remain in place through the end of the summer season, offering a friendly 'Marhaban!' to all Arabic-speaking travelers exploring the Russian capital.
Gulf Today
14-07-2025
- Gulf Today
VIDEO: Car jumps red light in Moscow, injuring five including two children
A serious traffic accident occurred in the Russian capital on Monday when a vehicle ran a red light and struck five pedestrians at a busy intersection, including two young children. According to preliminary reports from local authorities, the incident took place in central Moscow during peak hours. Witnesses stated that the car accelerated through the red traffic signal without slowing down, hitting pedestrians who were lawfully crossing the street. Emergency services rushed to the scene and provided immediate medical assistance. All five victims sustained injuries of varying severity and were transported to nearby hospitals for further treatment. Among the injured were two children, whose conditions were described as stable but requiring close observation. An investigation is currently underway to determine the circumstances of the incident, including whether the driver was under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or if reckless driving was involved. Authorities have expressed deep concern over the increasing number of traffic violations in the city, particularly those involving pedestrian safety. The Moscow Department of Transport has urged drivers to strictly follow traffic laws and emphasized that red light violations carry severe legal consequences.
