Sobyanin noted that Easter is "the triumph of life, which is nothing more expensive."
“This feeling warms us in the current difficult period, when the coronavirus infection pandemic is testing the whole world for strength,” the mayor said.
He emphasized that at the moment, “it is very important to show unity, support doctors, help older people, and shoulder those who have been left without work or otherwise suffered from a pandemic.”
Earlier, Russian leader Vladimir Putin congratulated Orthodox Christians, all Russian citizens celebrating the Holy Resurrection of Christ.
RT is broadcasting a festive Easter service in the Cathedral of Christ the Savior.