Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev found himself in an awkward spot during a recent award ceremony when a young professor asked him to become the godfather of his newborn child.
The unusual request came after Medvedev had presented the man, an employee at Moscow State University, with a prestigious government award for young scientists, ITAR-Tass reported Monday.
Having received the award, the unidentified professor at the behest of his wife then asked Medvedev if he would become a godfather of their daughter, the report added.
Medvedev perhaps wisely refrained from answering the request, but in his closing remarks did congratulate the young scientist and his partner on the birth of their newborn child.
See also:
Medvedev: U.S. 'Infinitely Cynical' to Suggest Ukraine Refugees Visiting Their Grannies
A Message from The Moscow Times:
Dear readers,
We are facing unprecedented challenges. Russia's Prosecutor General's Office has designated The Moscow Times as an "undesirable" organization, criminalizing our work and putting our staff at risk of prosecution. This follows our earlier unjust labeling as a "foreign agent."
These actions are direct attempts to silence independent journalism in Russia. The authorities claim our work "discredits the decisions of the Russian leadership." We see things differently: we strive to provide accurate, unbiased reporting on Russia.
We, the journalists of The Moscow Times, refuse to be silenced. But to continue our work, we need your help.
Your support, no matter how small, makes a world of difference. If you can, please support us monthly starting from just $2. It's quick to set up, and every contribution makes a significant impact.
By supporting The Moscow Times, you're defending open, independent journalism in the face of repression. Thank you for standing with us.
Remind me later.
