'I want the war to end and for us to win' - Russian hopes for 2025

People in Moscow speak to BBC Russia Editor Steve Rosenberg about their wishes for the New Year.

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But how will the war end? And when? No one's certain.

The other major concern for Russians is the economy. Prices have been rising fast.

And what do Russians think of Vladimir Putin, in power now for 25 years? Do they still trust him to take the right decisions for their country?

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