Archbishop Varlaam took part in a meeting of the republican organizing committee for events dedicated to the Year of Unity of the Peoples of Russiatranslated

On August 10, 2026, at the House of Friendship in Makhachkala, under the chairmanship of the Acting Head of the Republic of Dagestan F.V. Shchukin, a meeting of the Republican Organizing Committee for the preparation and holding of events in the Republic of Dagestan dedicated to the Year of the Unity of the Peoples of Russia was held.

Archbishop Varlaam of Makhachkala and Derbent took part in the event.

According to F.V. Shchukin, the real test of such values ​​as friendship, harmony and mutual understanding between peoples were spring floods.

“Such a misfortune does not ask what nationality you are or what faith you adhere to. Help came from everyone - it was a real test of the best human qualities,” said the head of the region.

F.V. Shchukin thanked everyone who responded and provided support to the victims: heads of other regions of Russia, rescuers, municipal teams, volunteers.

“This was a real popular front, a clear proof of friendship and mutual assistance,” stated the head of the republic.

As the acting head of Dagestan noted, the republic has launched an entire program where cultural, educational and social initiatives are combined with the tasks of strengthening interethnic...