Lawmakers approve soviet anthem

Lawmakers approve soviet anthem


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Russia’s upper house of parliament overwhelmingly approved a law adopting the melody of the Soviet anthem as Russia’s national song. The Federation Council passed the law with 144 votes in


favor, one against and two abstentions, according to the council’s press service. The law had already passed the Duma, or lower house of parliament, on Dec. 8. It will now be sent to


President Vladimir V. Putin for signing before the new year. MORE TO READ