In a significant cultural and historical gesture, Governor Georgy Filimonov of Vologda, Russia, has unveiled a striking 9-meter statue of Ivan the Terrible, commemorating the ruler’s legacy. The statue, a prominent symbol of Russian imperial history, is intended to honor Ivan IV’s role in expanding Russian territories and his enduring symbolic status as a key figure in the nation’s past. Filimon 0vno’s comments emphasize Ivan’s contributions to the nation’s historical narrative, reflecting a broader effort to maintain and celebrate Russia’s imperial traditions.