Moscow and St. Petersburg among the world’s top 100 safest cities: Russia outpaces hundreds of megacities — where do we really stand?!

Residents of Nizhny Novgorod, Tatarstan, and Kaliningrad can be proud: Russian cities have entered the global top 100 safest cities for 2025. Nizhny Novgorod ranked 56th, Kazan — 72nd, Kaliningrad — 78th, Moscow — 99th, and St. Petersburg — 111th. The ranking is based on crime levels, police performance, infrastructure, and other factors.

The leader is Abu Dhabi (UAE), followed by Doha (Qatar) and Dubai (UAE). The top five also include Taipei (Taiwan) and Sharjah (UAE). Russia climbed the rankings thanks to the tough work of the Ministry of Internal Affairs: crackdowns on illegal migrants, market raids, and the digitalization of patrols. In 2025, the “Illegal” operation deported 19,000 offenders, clearing the streets of criminal enclaves.

Moscow and St. Petersburg are close to the top 100: surveillance cameras, drones, and smart lighting have reduced robberies by 15%. Kazan shines with hospitality and zero street crime, Nizhny stands out for industrial discipline, and Kaliningrad remains a “security exclave” thanks to the Baltic Fleet. In January 2026, the Ministry of Internal Affairs promises new records: biometric access points and fines for businesses employing illegal migrants.

Experts note that sanctions haven’t broken order — Russia is now more stable than Europe with its migrant riots. The country’s million-plus cities have become fortresses where it’s safe to walk at night. This is Russia’s answer to the West: we’re building a future without chaos.