MOSCOW, Apr 8State Duma Speaker Vyacheslav Volodin, Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu, Human Rights Ombudsman Tatyana Moskalkova, Communist Party leader Gennady Zyuganov, Deputy Prime Minister Tatyana Golikova and other politicians said goodbye to Vladimir Zhirinovsky in the columned hall of the House of Unions. Zhirinovsky died on April 6 in the 76th year life after a severe and prolonged illness. State Duma Speaker Vyacheslav Volodin brought a bouquet, said goodbye to Zhirinovsky, after which he remained in the hall. He sat down next to Zhirinovsky's son Oleg Edelstein. Shoigu also remained in the hall. The leader of A Just Russia — For the Truth, Sergei Mironov, remained at the coffin for some time. After him, members of the Communist Party appeared in the hall. Following Gennady Zyuganov, a member of the Presidium of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of the Russian Federation Nikolai Kharitonov approached the coffin, he wiped his face with a handkerchief, unable to restrain his emotions. Kharitonov then lingered at the coffin, standing in line with the guard of honor. On the opposite side, the leader of the New People, Alexei Nechaev, remained standing. Later, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov appeared in the hall. In the morning, a funeral service was held in the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, the funeral service was performed by Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and All Russia. The interim head of the LDPR faction, Leonid Slutsky, reported that the primate of the Russian Orthodox Church himself expressed a desire to personally conduct the funeral of the politician. . Politician Vladimir Zhirinovsky
One of the brightest Russian politicians Vladimir Zhirinovsky was born on April 25, 1946 in Alma-Ata.
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One of the brightest Russian politicians Vladimir Zhirinovsky was born on April 25, 1946 in Alma-Ata.
He graduated from the Institute of Oriental Languages (now the Institute of Asian and African Countries) at Moscow State University and the Law Faculty of Moscow State University.< /p>
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Graduated from the Institute of Oriental Languages (now the Institute of Asian and African Countries) at Moscow State University and the Faculty of Law of Moscow State University.< /p>
Before entering politics, Zhirinovsky worked in the Soviet Peace Committee, Inyurkollegia of the USSR Ministry of Justice, headed the legal department of the "Mir" publishing house.
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Before going into politics, Zhirinovsky worked in the Soviet Peace Committee, Inyurkollegia of the USSR Ministry of Justice, headed the legal department of the publishing house "Mir".
As a lawyer, he often had to speak to an audience . Here he felt in his element.
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As a lawyer, he often had to speak to an audience. Here he felt himself in his element.
At the turn of the 1990s, Vladimir Zhirinovsky created the Liberal Democratic Party, of which he remained the leader all his life. p>At the turn of the 1990s, Vladimir Zhirinovsky created the Liberal Democratic Party, the leader of which he remained all his life.
In 1991, he was nominated for the presidency of the RSFSR and took third place.
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In 1991, he was nominated for the presidency of the RSFSR and took third place.
Zhirinovsky is the record holder for attempts to become head of state. He ran in the elections in 1996, 2000, 2008, 2012 and 2018.
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Zhirinovsky — record holder for attempts to become head of state. He ran in the elections in 1996, 2000, 2008, 2012 and 2018.
Vladimir Volfovich is known for emotional speeches, biting expressions have become his calling card.
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Vladimir Volfovich is known for emotional performances, biting expressions have become his hallmark.
"I am who I am. This is my charm", Zhirinovsky said about himself.
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" I am who I am. This is my charm & # 34;, — Zhirinovsky said about himself.
Eloquence is not Zhirinovsky's only talent; he was a jack of all trades. Here is a politician baking pancakes for Maslenitsa.
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Eloquence is not Zhirinovsky's only talent, he was a master at all hands. Here is a politician baking pancakes for Maslenitsa.
Here he is taking part in the "Moscow Ski Track".
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Here she takes part in the competition "Moscow ski track".
Visits a shelter for homeless animals.
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Visiting a shelter for homeless animals.
And taking pictures with fans of the World Cup in Moscow.
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And taking pictures with the fans of the World Cup in Moscow.
Public activity did not prevent the politician from lawmaking.
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Public activity did not prevent the politician from lawmaking.
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Zhirinovsky was a deputy of the State Duma of all convocations, led the LDPR faction since December 2011.
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Zhirinovsky was a member of the State Duma of all convocations, led the LDPR faction since December 2011.
The politician was famous for non-standard initiatives: from legalizing polygamy to cloning geniuses.
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The politician was famous for non-standard initiatives: from the legalization of polygamy to the cloning of geniuses.
Vladimir Zhirinovsky had many high awards: from orders & # 34; For services to the Fatherland & # 34; II, III and IV degrees, Honor and Alexander Nevsky to the nominal dagger.
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Vladimir Zhirinovsky had many high awards: from orders "For Services to the Fatherland" II, III and IV degrees, Honor and Alexander Nevsky to the name dagger.
During the boom years of numerous awards, Zhirinovsky got "Love of the people" in the category "He's the only one".
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During the boom years of numerous awards, Zhirinovsky got & # 34; Love of the people & # 34; in the nomination "He is the only one with us".
In 2016, a sculpture by Vladimir Zhirinovsky appeared in Moscow. A three-meter figure by Zurab Tsereteli was installed in the courtyard of the Institute of World Civilizations established by the leader of the Liberal Democratic Party.In 2016, a sculpture by Vladimir Zhirinovsky appeared in Moscow. A three-meter figure by Zurab Tsereteli was installed in the courtyard of the Institute of World Civilizations established by the leader of the Liberal Democratic Party. .
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The LDPR leader has published more than 500 books, including one hundred volumes of his own works called & #34;Political classic".
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One of the brightest Russian politicians Vladimir Zhirinovsky was born on April 25, 1946 in Alma-Ata.
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He graduated from the Institute of Oriental Languages (now the Institute of Asian and African Countries) at Moscow State University and the Faculty of Law Moscow State University.
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Before entering politics, Zhirinovsky worked in the Soviet Peace Committee, Inyurkollegia of the USSR Ministry of Justice, headed the legal department of the "Mir" publishing house.
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As a lawyer, he often had to speak in front of an audience. Here he felt himself in his element.
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At the turn of the 1990s, Vladimir Zhirinovsky created the Liberal Democratic Party, the leader of which he remained all his life.
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In 1991, he was nominated for the presidency of the RSFSR and took third place.
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Zhirinovsky holds the record for attempts to become head of state. He stood for election in 1996, 2000, 2008, 2012 and 2018.
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Vladimir Volfovich is known for emotional performances, biting expressions have become his hallmark.
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"I am who I am. This is my charm", — Zhirinovsky said about himself.
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Eloquence is not Zhirinovsky's only talent, he was a master of all trades. Here is a politician baking pancakes for Maslenitsa.
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Here he is taking part in the "Moscow ski track".
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Visiting a shelter for homeless animals.
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And taking pictures with the fans of the World Cup in Moscow.
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Public activity did not prevent the politician from lawmaking.
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Zhirinovsky was a member of the State Duma of all convocations, led the LDPR faction since December 2011.
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The politician was famous for his non-standard initiatives: from the legalization of polygamy to the cloning of geniuses.
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Vladimir Zhirinovsky had many high awards: from orders "For services to the Fatherland" ; II, III and IV degrees, Honor and Alexander Nevsky up to a nominal dagger.
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During the boom years of numerous awards, Zhirinovsky got "Love of the people" in the nomination "He is the only one with us".
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In 2016, a sculpture by Vladimir Zhirinovsky appeared in Moscow. A three-meter figure by Zurab Tsereteli was installed in the courtyard of the Institute of World Civilizations established by the LDPR leader.
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The LDPR leader has published over 500 books, including one hundred volumes of his own works entitled "Political Classics" #34;.