United States Congratulates Russia on June 12 Holiday, Seeks Peace in Ukraine War
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Updated · Department of State · Jun 12
United States Congratulates Russia on June 12 Holiday, Seeks Peace in Ukraine War
3 articles · Updated · Department of State · Jun 12
Summary
June 12 brought a U.S. message congratulating the Russian people on Russia Day while reaffirming Washington’s commitment to pursuing a peaceful end to the Russia-Ukraine war.
The statement tied that goal to a broader hope that a durable peace could improve prosperity for Russians and open the way to a more constructive U.S.-Russia relationship.
The outreach focused on the Russian people rather than the Kremlin, signaling that the holiday message was paired with a diplomatic appeal centered on ending the war.