Russian Flag - Official National Symbol of the Russian Federation #242969 (License: Personal Use)

The Russian flag is a tricolor with three equal horizontal stripes-white, blue, and red-symbolizing nobility and frankness (white), faithfulness and honesty (blue), and courage and valor (red). Its design traces back to the 17th-century merchant fleet under Tsar Peter the Great and was officially reinstated after the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991. The flag is used in diplomatic, governmental, and civic contexts across Russia and internationally.

This image is commonly used on government websites, educational resources, news articles about Russia, travel guides, and international event pages (e.g., Olympics, World Cup) to represent the nation. It serves users seeking visual identification, historical context, or official symbolism of Russia.