The current flag of Russia was adopted on December 11, 1993. It is a flag with three horizontally arranged stripes of white, blue and red colors. This color combination has been often associated with Russia since the beginning of the 17th century and is considered to symbolize fatherland, loyalty and love of country.
The exact origin of these colors is unclear, but there are several theories suggesting that they represent different aspects of Russian history and culture. For example, some believe that white represents purity and holiness, while blue represents hope and heaven, and red represents courage and strength.
The current flag was restored after the fall of the Soviet Union in 1991, and replaces the Soviet flag, which was a red flag with the Communist Party's motto and an emblem on the upper left.