Concluding his official visit to Serbia, Vladimir Putin visited the Church of Saint Sava in Belgrade.

Vladimir Putin congratulated all Orthodox Christians and all Russians celebrating Christmas.

Vladimir Putin sent a message of greetings to participants in the meeting of the Presidium of Russia’s Interreligious Council, congratulating them on the 20^th anniversary of the Council’s founding.

Vladimir Putin attended a plenary session of the World Russian People's Council marking the organisation’s 25^th anniversary. The forum will review the Council’s 25-year-long efforts to facilitate public dialogue and Russia’s civilisational development.

Vladimir Putin chaired a meeting with permanent members of the Security Council to discuss the domestic socioeconomic agenda and international issues.

Chief of Staff of the Presidential Executive Office Anton Vaino chaired a meeting of the Council for Coordination with Religious Organisations. The main topic of discussion was the participation of religious organisations in work with youth.

On Gunsmith Day, Vladimir Putin visited the Patriot military-patriotic park of culture and recreation of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation.

Vladimir Putin met with Chief Rabbi of Russia Berel Lazar and President of the Federation of Jewish Communities Alexander Boroda.

Vladimir Putin sent a message of greetings to participants and guests of the 3^rd International Orthodox Youth Forum.

Vladimir Putin congratulated Russian Muslims on the feast of Eid al-Adha.

Vladimir Putin sent a message of greetings to participants and guests of a gala concert marking the 1030^th anniversary of the Baptism of Rus.

Vladimir Putin attended events to mark the 1030th anniversary of the Baptism of Rus.

On the memorial day for Valaam Miracle Workers, Sts Sergius and German, the President visited the Valaam Transfiguration of the Saviour Patriarchal Monastery.

Vladimir Putin offered his greetings to Russia’s Muslims on Eid al-Fitr.

Vladimir Putin congratulated Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and all Russia on his Name Day.

Vladimir Putin signed a list of instructions on the preservation of the special value cultural heritage site of the people of Russia, the Novodevichy Convent.