From August 26 to 29, a series of screenings of Russian films was held in Erbil as part of the annual «Cinema Night» cultural initiative, timed to coincide with Russian Cinema Day, celebrated on August 27. Over the course of four days, the event attracted more than 500 visitors. Audiences of all ages had the opportunity to discover contemporary Russian cinema and spend summer evenings enjoying family-friendly films. This year, the «Cinema Night» initiative is being held in Russia and abroad for the 11th consecutive year, with the support of the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation. More than 60 countries have joined the initiative, with screenings taking place at over 5,000 venues. The Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Erbil expresses its gratitude to the Department of Foreign Relations and the city administration for their support in implementing this cultural project. Special thanks go to Sava School for its assistance.