On June 12, 1990, the Supreme Soviet of the Russian Federation adopted and issued the Declaration of Sovereignty, declaring Russia’s independence from the Soviet Union. This day was designated as a national holiday by Russia. The Russians did not hold any special celebrations on this day. The government did not organize any formal celebrations. However, June 12 was set as a public holiday. Military parade, awards, singing patriotic songs and Russian national anthem, Russian presidential speech, entertainment and cultural events