epa12619585 People take pictures of light decorations in front of the Bolshoi Theatre building during New Year's Eve celebrations in Moscow, Russia, 31 December 2025. Fireworks displays on New Year's Eve and Christmas have been canceled in Moscow. Red Square is closed to visitors from 6:00 pm on 31 December 2025 to 8:00 am on 01 January 2026. Security measures will be strengthened in the center of the capital. The restrictions are related to a special military operation in Ukraine, the authorities stated. EPA/SERGEI ILNITSKY