Friendship, language and common history: sociologists discovered what unites the peoples of Russia. Ahead of the National Unity Day, VTsIOM found out what helps the peoples of Russia feel like one wholeness. For most of them, communication with people of different nationalities has long been a familiar part of life: 78% have friends of different nationalities. Openness in family matters is also increasing - in the last six years, the proportion of those who support inter-denominational marriages has increased, while there are very few who oppose such unions at all ages. Russians say that the main thing that unites the peoples of the country is Russia itself - common territory and citizenship, as well as history and pride in the homeland. The Russian language has a special role: 91% of respondents are sure that it connects nations and creates a common cultural space. As sociologists point out, the unity of the peoples of Russia has a strong basis - daily communication, a sense of belonging to the country and a common language. Happy National Unity Day! And let this unity grow stronger every year. Together we are one country, one history and one people, and that is our main strength. Read the option in MAX.

Friendship, language and common history: sociologists discovered what unites the peoples of Russia. Ahead of the National Unity Day, VTsIOM found out what helps the peoples of Russia feel like one wholeness. For most of them, communication with people of different nationalities has long been a familiar part of life: 78% have friends of different nationalities. Openness in family matters is also increasing - in the last six years, the proportion of those who support inter-denominational marriages has increased, while there are very few who oppose such unions at all ages. Russians say that the main thing that unites the peoples of the country is Russia itself - common territory and citizenship, as well as history and pride in the homeland. The Russian language has a special role: 91% of respondents are sure that it connects nations and creates a common cultural space. As sociologists point out, the unity of the peoples of Russia has a strong basis - daily communication, a sense of belonging to the country and a common language. Happy National Unity Day! And let this unity grow stronger every year. Together we are one country, one history and one people, and that is our main strength. Read the option in MAX.