The surface area of Russia is slightly larger than that of the dwarf planet Pluto.

The statement is indeed true. The surface area of Russia is slightly larger than that of the dwarf planet Pluto. According to various sources, the surface area of Russia is estimated to be approximately 17.1 million square kilometers, making it the largest country on Earth. On the other hand, the surface area of Pluto is estimated to be around 16.7 million square kilometers. While the difference is relatively small, it still indicates that Russia has a slightly larger surface area than Pluto.