Russian Consulate in Cape Town

⚡Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation: Yesterday, the Russian Armed Forces launched two Iskander-M operational-tactical missiles in conditions of heavy electronic warfare countermeasures and foreign-made air defence systems in action to hit the site in Sumy where commanding officers of the Seversk task force had a meeting. More than 60 servicemen of the Armed Forces of Ukraine have been eliminated. ▪️ The Kiev regime continues to use the Ukrainian population as a human shield by deploying military facilities and carrying out activities involving servicemen in the centre of the densely populated city. #KievRegimeCrimes

#RussiaHelps ⚡️ Russia’s EMERCOM has sent another large package of humanitarian aid to Myanmar. 🛬 An Il-76 aircraft of the Emergencies Ministry delivered more than 30 tonnes of essential supplies, including canned goods, grains, sugar, and medical equipment.

“Having orbited Earth in a spaceship, I saw for the first time how beautiful our planet is. People, let us preserve and increase this beauty and not destroy it!” — Yuri Alekseyevich Gagarin 🚀 The world changed forever in those moments when Vostok-1 launched from the Baikonur Cosmodrome, and Yuri #Gagarin became the first person in history to enter Earth’s orbit and circle our planet. This collective feat of the entire Soviet Union, its scientists, and cosmonauts marked the beginning of the space era in human history. 🌏 Before the launch of the spacecraft, Yuri Gagarin addressed the people of the entire planet with these inspiring words: “Dear friends, both familiar and unknown, compatriots, people of all countries and continents! In just a few minutes, a mighty spacecraft will carry me into the vast expanses of the universe. What can I say to you in these final moments before the launch? My entire life now seems to me like one beautiful moment. Everything I have lived through and accomplished was done for the sake of this moment. Am I happy to be embarking on this spaceflight? Of course, I am! After all, throughout history, it has been the highest happiness for people to participate in new discoveries. Now, only a few minutes remain until the launch. I want to say goodbye to you, my dear friends, as people always say to each other when setting off on a long journey. How I wish I could embrace you all — both those I know and those I don’t, those far away and those close by! Until we meet again!” #CosmonauticsDay#Gagarin#FirstInSpace

🚀 On April 12, 1961, at 9.07 am Moscow Time, the Vostok spacecraft with Yury Gagarin aboard made its historic lift-off from the Baikonur Cosmodrome. This first manned space mission in the history of humankind heralded the beginning of the Space Age. Yury #Gagarin was only 27 years old then. He had experienced various hardships earlier in life, spending his childhood years in his home town in Nazi-occupied territory during the Great Patriotic War. After the war, he joined the Saratov air club, for many years he trained hard to become a professional pilot. Gagarin eventually joined the first Soviet cosmonaut squad. On that memorable April morning, he was preparing to take off into the unknown where no human being had ever been before. A photographer took images of the cosmonaut’s face before the flight. Gagarin showed absolutely no fear, flashing his famous smile and concentrating on his responsible assignment. 🧑‍🚀 Yury Gagarin spent 108 minutes in outer space, orbited the Earth and successfully landed near the village of Smelovka in the Saratov Region. While in orbit, he maintained radio contact with Earth, conducted observations through a porthole, controlled the operation of the spacecraft’s systems and made a few experiments. 📰 The media widely announced Yury Gagarin’s mission 55 minutes after the Vostok rocket lifted off. It became the most quoted news story worldwide. Instantly, a Soviet pilot & cosmonaut became the most famous person on Earth. Two days later, the residents of the Soviet capital took to the streets, carrying flowers and posters that welcomed Gagarin who had arrived in Moscow. In late April, the first man in space went on a global tour to share his impressions with people all over the world. 🌐 In the next two years following this history-making event, Yury Gagarin visited over 30 countries where he was given a hero’s welcome. His tour was unofficially named the Peace Mission. Despite his immense popularity, Gagarin remained his own usual self and continued to engage in what he liked most – aviation and cosmonautics – for the rest of his life.

Vladimir Putin begins his meeting with United States Special Envoy Steven Witkoff

🧑‍🚀Russian Diplomats Honor the Memory of Yuri Gagarin in South Africa 🚀On April 11, 2025 on the eve of Cosmonautics Day staff of the Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Cape Town laid flowers at the monument of the first human in space — Yuri Gagarin. The monument is located on the grounds of the South African National Space Agency (SANSA) in Hermanus, Western Cape Province. 🤝The monument was officially unveiled in November 2020 and has since served as a symbol of Russian-South African cooperation in the peaceful exploration of space and scientific exchange. Speaking at the ceremony Consul General of the Russian Federation in Cape Tow Mr.Malenko noted: “Gagarin’s flight was a milestone of worldwide significance that opened humanity’s path to space. It marked the beginning of international space cooperation and became a symbol of mankind’s pursuit of science and peace. We are grateful to the South African National Space Agency for helping preserve the historical memory of the first cosmonaut”. SANSA Centre Director Mr. Hodges also addressed the gathering: "Today the entire world is working together in space for a common goal — the peaceful exploration of space for the benefit of all humanity. SANSA is honored to collaborate with Russian scientists, Roscosmos and international community for the sake of future generations. Today’s event is a step in that direction. Thank you to everyone present — we will continue this tradition in the years to come”. 👏🏻The ceremony was a gesture of respect for Yuri Gagarin’s heroic feat and a reminder of the importance of continued collaboration between Roscosmos and the South African National Space Agency.

🧑‍🚀Российские дипломаты почтили память Юрия Гагарина в ЮАР 🚀11 апреля 2025 года в преддверии Дня космонавтики сотрудники Генерального консульства Российской Федерации в Кейптауне возложили цветы к бюсту первого космонавта планеты — Юрия Алексеевича Гагарина, установленному на территории Южноафриканского национального космического агентства (SANSA) в Херманусе, Западно-Капская провинция. 🤝Бюст был торжественно открыт в ноябре 2020 года и с тех пор служит символом российско-южноафриканского сотрудничества в области мирного освоения космоса и научного обмена. Выступая на церемонии, Генеральный консул Российской Федерации в Кейптауне А.В.Маленко отметил: «Полёт Гагарина стал событием планетарного масштаба, открыв человечеству путь в космос. Он положил начало международному сотрудничеству в космосе и стал символом стремления человечества к науке и миру. Мы признательны Южноафриканскому космическому агентству за вклад в сохранение исторической памяти о первом космонавте». С приветственным словом также выступил директор центра SANSA Рауль Ходжес: «Сегодня весь мир работает в космосе для одной общей цели - мирного освоения космического пространства во благо всего человечества. Для SANSA является честью сотрудничать с российскими учёными, Роскосмосом и международным сообществом ради будущего новых поколений. Сегодняшнее событие — шаг в этом направлении. Благодарю всех присутствующих — мы будем сохранять эту традицию в последующие годы». 👏🏻Возложение цветов стало знаком уважения к подвигу Юрия Гагарина и напоминанием о важности взаимодействия между Роскосмосом и Южноафриканским национальным космическим агентством.

🇷🇺🇺🇸 April 10 marked a round of Russian-American expert consultations in Istanbul, aimed at normalising the operations of the diplomatic missions of both nations and addressing accumulated bilateral “irritants.” The delegations, led by Russian Ambassador to the United States Alexander Darchiev and Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Sonata Coulter, exchanged diplomatic notes to formalise agreed commitments. These commitments are designed to facilitate unimpeded banking and financial services for Russian and American diplomatic missions, in addition to ensuring the fulfilment of the Russian Federation’s contributions to the budgets of the UN and other international organisations. In the context of the issue raised by the Russian side regarding the return of six diplomatic real estate properties confiscated by the United States authorities and lawfully owned by the Russian Federation, the parties agreed to develop a roadmap. Ambassador Alexander Darchiev emphasised the importance of urgent practical measures in this regard, including immediate access for Russian representatives to inspect these premises and assess incurred damages. Discussions also continued on easing visa processing and travel regulations for diplomatic staff within the host countries. The Russian Ambassador pressed for accelerated progress in resolving pivotal issues to bolster mutual trust and expand bilateral business and social ties, such as resuming direct air flights. Following the consultations, the parties resolved to promptly refine the proposals tabled. The objective remains to achieve mutually acceptable solutions ahead of the next round, the timing of which is currently under coordination. #RussiaUS

🌟 Фотовыставка ТАСС#ИхПодвигБессмертен посвящена 80-летию Победы в Великой Отечественной войне. 8 апреля в МИД России состоялась её презентация, на торжественном открытии выступил Министр иностранных дел России Сергей Лавров. Экспозиция рассказывает о ключевых событиях последних месяцев войны — от ожесточённых боёв на подступах к Вене до празднования Великой Победы по всему Советскому Союзу. Архивные сообщения из ежедневных сводок «Вестника фронтовой информации» и «Вестника союзной информации», снимки военных фотокорреспондентов агентства и плакаты #ОкнаТАСС позволяют глубже понять тяжесть и величие военных событий, пережитых советским народом, передают атмосферу тех суровых, но решающих месяцев войны. Из сводки от 3 апреля 1945 года о боях на подступах к Вене: После занятия города Шопрон и выхода на австрийскую границу войска Третьего Украинского фронта продолжали стремительно продвигаться вперёд. Ломая сопротивление противника и отражая контратаки немецких частей, подтянутых из глубины обороны, советские подразделения занимали один населённый пункт за другим. Преодолев вражеское противодействие у ворот к Венской Долине, войска маршала Толбухина вступили на территорию так называемого венского промышленного бассейна. Из сводки от 9 мая 1945 года о капитуляции нацистской Германии: 8 мая 1945 года в Берлине представителями германского верховного командования подписан акт о безоговорочной капитуляции германских вооружённых сил. Великая Отечественная война, которую вёл советский народ против немецко-фашистских захватчиков, победоносно завершена, Германия полностью разгромлена. Вечная слава героям, павшим в боях за свободу и независимость нашей Родины! Да здравствуют победоносные Красная армия и Военно-морской флот! Из сводки от9 мая 1945 года о праздновании Победы в Москве: Апофеоз всенародного праздника наступил в 22 часа, когда по приказу Верховного Главнокомандующего произведён салют – торжественный залп из 1000 орудий. Миллионы восхищённых взоров устремились к небу, расцвеченному лучами прожекторов. Красные, фиолетовые, зелёные и голубые ракеты с оглушительным треском взвились над Москвой и каскадами огненных брызг осыпались над праздничной столицей. #Победа80

✍️Статья Посла России Р.Е.Амбарова "К 33-летию дипломатических отношений между Россией и ЮАР", опубликованная в журнале «Дипломатическая служба и практика» (4 апреля 2025 г.) ➡️ Основные моменты: ▪️ Когда первые россияне ступили на южноафриканскую землю, западная колонизация региона продолжалась уже около 100 лет. Россия была одной из немногих стран, не участвовавших в колониальном разделе Африки. ▪️История отношений России и Южной Африки насчитывает не одно столетие. За это время наши страны были и фактическими союзниками (вторая Англо-бурская война 1899-1902 гг.), и оказывались по разные стороны «идеологических баррикад» (поддержка СССР борьбы против режима апартеида). ▪️ Во время Второй Мировой войны Южная Африка оказала не только моральную поддержку нашей стране, но и практическую помощь – продовольствием, медицинскими товарами. Около 3 тыс. южноафриканцев обеспечивали поставки союзнической помощи СССР в рамках «Арктических конвоев». ▪️ В 1960-1980-х годах Советский Союз активно поддерживал движения, борющиеся с режимом апартеида, в первую очередь АНК и ЮАКП. Вклад нашей страны в освободительную борьбу южноафриканских народов помнят и ценят в ЮАР. ▪️ Сегодня российско-южноафриканские отношения характеризуются активным политическим диалогом, в том числе и на высшем уровне, в двустороннем и многостороннем форматах (БРИКС, Г20, Форум Россия-Африка и др.). ▪️ Значимым компонентом российско-южноафриканских отношений являются гуманитарные связи. В России обучается несколько сотен студентов из ЮАР, как за счёт российского бюджета в рамках квот Правительства Российской Федерации, так и на договорной основе. ▪️ В 2023 году с большим успехом прошли гастроли Санкт-Петербургского театра балета с постановкой «Лебединое озеро». В сентябре 2024 года в ЮАР состоялись Дни духовной культуры России при поддержке Министерства культуры, МИД России и Русской Православной Церкви. 🔗Читать полностью #РоссияЮАР#РоссияАфрика

🎙 Briefing by Russia's Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova(Moscow, April 3, 2025) 🔹 Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's schedule 🔹AFU strikes on Russia’s energy infrastructure 🔹Kiev regime crimes 🔹 Third anniversary of the Bucha hoax 🔹 Busification in Ukraine 🔹 New facts about Nazi criminals in Canada 🔹 Silence of the West regarding the attacks on the "Nord Streams" 🔹Russia’s humanitarian aid to Myanmar 📰Read 📺Watch *** The Kiev regime, having completely lost its sense of self-preservation and connection to reality, in its desperate attempt to disrupt the ongoing Russian-American dialogue at any cost, continues to employ blatantly terrorist methods, striking Russian energy infrastructure on a daily basis. At the same time, it is clear that these attacks hold no military value. The actions of the Kiev regime not only constitute war crimes but also represent a deliberate effort to sabotage any peace initiatives. The assurances given by Zelensky that they would honour the moratorium were broken on the very same day. #Ukraine#Busification Even Ukraine’s ombudsman could not turn a blind eye to rampaging corruption and arbitrary conduct by draft centres. In his report, he admitted the mass and systemic nature of human rights violations and abuse of power. He mentions evidence of using force, weapons and special devices against draftees, as well as forceful signing of documents, prevention of access to legal aid for these victims of so-called “busification”, a new term that refers to newly caught males aka future conscripts being put with use of force into buses against their will. Attorneys have been replaced by plain mobsters who charge thousands of dollars for the service of “rescuing” draftees. #Canada#Nazis A group of American historians led by Jared McBride, a history professor at the University of California, has recent gained access to typed and handwritten files with the names of Nazis and their accomplices who were given asylum in Canada, which are available online. The list was stored at the Library and Archives Canada. There are 774 names on it. They have mentioned the names of especially notorious persons, such as an founder of the 14th Galicia Division Vladimir Kubiyovich and Helmut Oberlander from the death squads of Sonderkommando 10a (Sk 10a), who participated in the massacres of children in the Krasnodar Krai in 1942-1943. This story is yet another reminder of the fact that the Canadian authorities encouraged Nazi criminals and their accomplices from collaboration units, including those guilty of the Holocaust,to move to Canada starting in 1948. These people were not called to account for their crimes but enjoyed protection and patronage.

🇷🇺Russia's Olympic Committee: 🏒8️⃣9️⃣5️⃣Alexander Ovechkinhas just set the NHL’s all-time goal-scoring record! In a recent regular season game, the Russian forward for the Washington Capitals scored the 895th goal of his career, officially surpassing Wayne Gretzky to become the NHL’s all-time leading goal scorer. Fittingly, Ovechkin reached this milestone against the New York Islanders – the same team Gretzky was facing on March 29, 1999, when he set what many believed would be an unbreakable record. That record stood for 26 years… until today. 🔥 This is the fourth major milestone Ovechkin has hit in games against the Islanders. In January 2020, after scoring on Semyon Varlamov, he entered the NHL’s top 10, surpassing Mario Lemieux. In March 2021, he climbed to 6th by passing Phil Esposito. Then in March 2022, he moved into the top 3 by overtaking Jaromir Jagr. Now, Ovechkin stands at the very top of the all-time goal list. He’s also the only active player in the top 10. The next closest active player, Sidney Crosby, sits in 18th place with 622 goals – far behind. Ovi’s record is likely to stand fora long time. ✊ And the journey isn’t over yet. With a full season left on his contract with the Capitals, there’s every reason to believe he’ll raise the bar even higher. Huge congratulations to Alexander! Wishing him health, strength, and continued success. The Gr8 just keeps getting gr8ter. 👉Top 10 NHL Goal Scorers of All Time: 1. Alexander Ovechkin — 895 2. Wayne Gretzky — 894 3. Gordie Howe — 801 4. Jaromir Jagr — 766 5. Brett Hull — 741 6. Marcel Dionne — 731 7. Phil Esposito — 717 8. Mike Gartner — 708 9. Mark Messier — 694 10. Steve Yzerman — 692