Jul 01, 2025
In Putin’s Moscow: A Summer of Death and Distraction
Moscow is buzzing with summer concerts, events, and floral displays—even as national rhetoric paints Russia as a besieged fortress
A three-month-long festival is in full swing across the capital, featuring arts, music, and cultural shows
On-screen, Putin speaks of existential threats; in the streets, Muscovites soak up sunshine and tradition
Despite war elsewhere, locals attend theaters and cafes in a mix of distraction and defiance
From street performers to art installations, the capital leans into culture to maintain morale
Moscow’s face is one of celebration and serenity—but beneath it lies a nation at war, struggling to reconcile reality with state-driven narratives
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