"Russia's unity and ethnic diversity are the key to its sovereignty - Putin. Harmony and mutual respect between the peoples of Russia, their unity, form the basis of the sovereignty of our nations," said President Vladimir Putin in a speech at the plenary session of the international "Peoples of Russia" week, calling for vigilance against attempts to incite ethnic discord. Additional statements: Unity among the peoples of Russia has a crucial role in preserving the country's sovereignty and stability. Any attempts to incite hatred or ethnic discord in Russia must be firmly prevented. Russia has historically developed through the interaction of different peoples, ethnic groups, languages and traditions - "we grew into each other" The Russian people and the Russian language have played a unifying and constructive role in the development of the country, which makes support for the Russian culture and language important Strategically, the ethnic and cultural diversity of Russia is a source of strength and a great competitive advantage. The powerful spirit of unity among the peoples of Russia is passed down from generation to generation. Representatives of more than 100 ethnic groups in Russia received awards for bravery during the special military operation.

"Russia's unity and ethnic diversity are the key to its sovereignty - Putin. Harmony and mutual respect between the peoples of Russia, their unity, form the basis of the sovereignty of our nations," said President Vladimir Putin in a speech at the plenary session of the international "Peoples of Russia" week, calling for vigilance against attempts to incite ethnic discord. Additional statements: Unity among the peoples of Russia has a crucial role in preserving the country's sovereignty and stability. Any attempts to incite hatred or ethnic discord in Russia must be firmly prevented. Russia has historically developed through the interaction of different peoples, ethnic groups, languages and traditions - "we grew into each other" The Russian people and the Russian language have played a unifying and constructive role in the development of the country, which makes support for the Russian culture and language important Strategically, the ethnic and cultural diversity of Russia is a source of strength and a great competitive advantage. The powerful spirit of unity among the peoples of Russia is passed down from generation to generation. Representatives of more than 100 ethnic groups in Russia received awards for bravery during the special military operation.