Countries that also celebrate Independence Day on August 15
Friday, 15 August 2025 () August 15 is a significant date for several countries celebrating their Independence Day, marking their liberation from colonial or foreign rule. While India famously celebrates its Independence Day on August 15, several other countries also mark this date to commemorate their liberation. Here are five countries that share this historic date with India.
Russia accuses Kyiv of attacking nuclear power plant on Ukrainian Independence Day
The fire at the nuclear power plant in Russia's Kursk region has been extinguished with no injuries..
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EU leaders visit Moldova on Independence Day with message of solidarity for Chișinău
Ahead of the Moldovan parliamentary elections on 28 September, the leaders of France, Germany and Poland..
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:06Published
WATCH: Kyiv holds ceremonies for Independence Day and fallen soldiers
Ukraine marked Independence Day on Sunday, three and a half years after the start of Russia’s invasion, with commemorative..
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published
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