Russia marks 80 years since WWII with largest Victory Day celebration since Ukraine invasion
Friday, 9 May 2025 () Russia marked the 80th Victory Day anniversary with a grand military parade in Moscow, showcasing military might and attended by leaders including China's Xi Jinping. President Putin praised soldiers in Ukraine, drawing parallels with WWII heroism. Despite drone threats and tight security, the event highlighted Russia's global standing, with some leaders from EU also in attendance.
Russian President Vladimir Putin extends a grand red carpet welcome to world leaders as they arrive in Moscow for the 80th-anniversary Victory Day celebrations. Despite growing global tensions and Western sanctions, leaders from Serbia, Brazil, Venezuela, Slovakia, and China join Putin in a show of...
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..
Despite Moscow brimming with global dignitaries for the Victory Day events, Russian President Vladimir Putin held only an informal meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The absence of a formal..
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..
Fridayβs parade was the largest since Russia sent troops into Ukraine in 2022 and drew the most global leaders to Moscow in a decade, including high-profile... Upworthy
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