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Russia Closes Red Square for New Year's Eve


Russia Closes Red Square for New Year's Eve
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Russian authorities will shut down Moscow's iconic Red Square for New Year's Eve. Though not officially acknowledged, the rare move seems aimed at concerns of terrorism following the October downing of a Russian passenger plane over Egypt and Russia's ongoing bombing campaign in Syria. VOA's Daniel Schearf reports from Moscow, where Russians are voicing their concerns.

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