09/07/2012 12:24
Mourning day in Russia
Monday, July 9 is a day of national mourning in Russia following the tragic consequences of unprecedented floods in the southern Krasnodar territory and a road accident in Ukraine that left fourteen Russian pilgrims killed, ITAR-TASS reported.
The Krasnodar territory, one of the most vital areas of Russia encompassing the bread-basket districts in the Kuban River basin and the entire Russian section of the Black Sea coastline, is mourning over the death of 171 people in what can rightfully be called the most severe flood in local history.
National flags will fly at half-mast all across the country and on the buildings of Russian embassies and legations abroad.
A decree issued by President Vladimir Putin contains a recommendation to performing companies, as well as radio stations and TV channels to refrain from demonstrating and/or broadcasting floor shows.