Burj Khalifa skyscraper - in the colors of the Russian flag — video

The world's tallest skyscraper "Burj Khalifa" in Dubai was illuminated on June 12 in the colors of the Russian flag in honor of Russia Day.

Video footage is published by Channel Five. By tradition, on June 12 every year, the skyscraper is illuminated with the colors of the Russian tricolor. This is a friendly gesture, symbolizing the close relationship between the UAE and Russia.

Many foreign leaders congratulated Russia today on the state holiday. North Korean leader Kim Jong-un sent a congratulatory telegram to Russian President Vladimir Putin. President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko also congratulated Putin and all Russians on Russia Day. He called the country an advanced state confident in its strength and one of the leading powers with a powerful economic and defense potential.

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan also sent a congratulatory message to the Russian leader. He is confident that "the multifaceted ties between the peoples of the two countries and their mutual readiness to conduct an open and constructive dialogue will continue to help in cooperation."

The construction of the Burj Khalifa Tower was carried out from 2004 to 2010. Its height is 828 meters, and the building has 163 floors. Since 2007, the skyscraper has been considered the tallest in the world and one of the main attractions of Dubai. Its spire is visible at a distance of 99 kilometers.