While certain regions might pose risks, many parts of Russia are as safe as any other popular tourist destination. The U.S.

Russia, in many ways an authoritarian state, has designated itself as a "safe haven" for citizens of Western countries ...

Russia's Rossiya 1 TV channel went so far as ... "We checked with friends before coming and they said it was all safe," said Maria from Kazan. "There is no negative attitude towards the Russians ...