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Moscow Moscow, Russia Moscow: Kremlin Moscow State Historical Museum, Moscow
The historical significance of the Kremlin
Kremlin: Cathedral of the Annunciation Palace of the Facets in the Kremlin Moscow: Kremlin St. Basil the Blessed
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Red Square, Moscow.
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Cathedral of Brasilia, Brazil, designed by Oscar Niemeyer, built in the shape of a crown of thorns. Its bell tower is at the left.
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Taken at sunset, St. Basil's Cathedral towers over Red Square, Moscow, Russia.
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8 Notable Buildings in Moscow
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Chinese official visits Moscow as Russia and Ukraine discuss Trump's proposal to end war • Mar. 31, 2025, 5:57 AM ET (AP)
Putin suggests putting Ukraine under UN-sponsored external governance • Mar. 28, 2025, 2:40 PM ET (AP)
French president says not all European allies agree on a proposed force for Ukraine • Mar. 27, 2025, 3:04 PM ET (AP)
Macron says a proposed European force for Ukraine could 'respond' if attacked by Russia • Mar. 27, 2025, 6:48 AM ET (AP)

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The historical significance of the Kremlin
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