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Valya Korolev, whose dog reportedly caused some damage, is scheduled to return to Sochi on August 24.

Resurfacing in Sochi on August 24, the Valley of the Kings, once ruined by dogs, will make a comeback.

Valya Korolev, whose dog damaged something, is set to depart for Sochi on August 24.
Valya Korolev, whose dog damaged something, is set to depart for Sochi on August 24.

Valya Korolev, whose dog reportedly caused some damage, is scheduled to return to Sochi on August 24.

Valya Korolev, a young boy who has captured the hearts of many, has returned home to Sochi after completing a six-month treatment at the Russian Clinical Children's Hospital in Moscow. Accompanied by his father, Valentin, the pair travelled by high-speed train from Moscow to Sochi on August 23.

Before their journey, Valya visited Red Square, a cherished memory he will carry with him. Upon arrival in Sochi, the passengers on the train swapped places to accommodate father and son in a separate compartment, a kind gesture that added to the warm welcome they received.

Valya's journey to Moscow was made possible by the financial assistance provided by Roman Tsygankov, who donated 100,000 rubles. However, Tsygankov's actions have not gone unpunished. The Adler District Court sentenced him to 1.5 years of restricted freedom, a decision that was initially sought by the prosecutor.

Doctors predict that Valya's facial restoration will take at least six years, a long and challenging road ahead. They hope that Valya will recover faster in familiar surroundings, but his mother expresses concern about the presence of dogs, including huskies, owned by a neighbour who previously attacked Valya.

Valya's parents have a YouTube channel with over a thousand subscribers who provide financial support. The family also received help with accommodation costs during their stay in Moscow. Despite these efforts, the family struggled to afford Valya's return ticket home, but the necessary funds were raised by his support group.

Valya aspires to become a blogger, and his dream is supported by his loving family. However, the family's legal battle with Tsygankov is far from over. They had attempted to sue him for 23 million rubles but were unsuccessful. The judge in the court case against Tsygankov decided to acquit him.

Despite the challenges, Valya's spirit remains unbroken. Before returning to Moscow for further treatment in January, he and his father enjoyed a visit to his favourite fast-food restaurant. Valya's love for his cat at home is a testament to his resilience and the hope that he will continue to inspire those around him.

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