Candles, wreaths, famous faces: VE Day at 80 in pictures

Germans defy ban on soviet-era songs & victory symbols | Russian folk songs echo in Berlin

Germany commemorated the 80th Victory Day with ceremonies honoring the defeat of Nazi Germany in WWII. Despite a ban on Soviet-era songs and symbols due to the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict, Russian folk songs echoed through Berlin streets in defiance. The ban sparked criticism from Russia, emphasizing the right to honor Red Army soldiers who played a vital role in defeating Nazism and sacrificing millions of lives during the war. #VictoryDay #Germany #WWII #SovietArmy #NazismDefeat #Berlin #RussianFolkSongs #80thVictoryDay #WW2Tribute #RussiaGermany #Russian ~HT.410~

Putin's Full Speech at Russia's Victory Day: Slams West for Distorting WW2 Truth, New War Strategies

In a powerful speech delivered on Victory Day, Russian President Vladimir Putin honored the sacrifices of those who fought in World War II, paying tribute to the fallen heroes who defended Russia. On the 80th anniversary of Victory over Nazi Germany, Putin emphasized the importance of remembering the lessons of the war and vowed to never allow the distortion of its history. His speech also sent a clear message to the West, highlighting Russia's unwavering stance in the face of external pressures. #Putin #VictoryDay #WW2 #RussianHistory #80thAnniversary #PutinSpeech #VictoryOverNaziGermany #Russia #WorldWarII #HistoryMatters #PutinSpeech2025 #InternationalRelations #DefendHistory ~PR.274~HT.336~

Prague marks VE Day with reenactment of 1945 uprising against Nazis

Prague marks VE Day with reenactment of 1945 uprising against Nazis Hundreds gathered in Prague’s Nusle district on Thursday to commemorate VE Day with a large-scale reenactment of the 1945 Prague Uprising, featuring period uniforms, authentic weapons, and WWII military vehicles. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/05/09/prague-marks-ve-day-with-reenactment-of-1945-uprising-against-nazis Let the pictures do the talking: subscribe to No Comment No Comment is brought to you by euronews, the most watched news channel in Europe.

80 years on, France’s last WWII veterans warn peace must be defended

80 years on, France’s last WWII veterans warn peace must be defended The commemoration saw a parade of veterans' associations, and music performed by military bands from France, Germany, Canada, Cameroon, the US and UK. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/05/09/80-years-on-frances-last-wwii-veterans-warn-peace-must-be-defended Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

Starmer and Trump hail trade deal during phone call

The prime minister has held a phone call with the US president after agreeing a "historic" trade deal. Speaking from the White House, Donald Trump says there could not be a "more perfect morning to reach this historic agreement", given that the deal has been announced on the same day that Europe celebrated victory in World War II. Sir Keir Starmer replied by paying tribute to the historic, close partnership between the UK and US, adding that "the timing couldn't be more apt". Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn