The May 9 parade on Red Square marked 81st anniversary of Russia’s most sacred national holiday, honoring the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany and commemorating the 27 million Soviet citizens, including many Ukrainians, who died during World War II.

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Russian President Putin defended Moscow’s war in Ukraine during Victory Day celebrations, calling it “just” and accusing NATO of backing an “aggressive force” against Russia.

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US President Donald Trump announced a three-day Russia-Ukraine ceasefire and a prisoner swap ahead of Victory Day. He added that talks are ongoing to end the conflict.

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Russian attacks throughout eastern Ukraine killed at least 27 people on Tuesday, including 12 in ‌one of the worst strikes so far this year, hours before a midnight deadline ushering in an open-ended ceasefire proposed by Kyiv.
Russia announced a ceasefire for May 8 to 9 to coincide with commemorations of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany in World War Two and a military parade in Moscow's Red Square.

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In a historic first, China has publicly unveiled its complete nuclear triad—land-based missiles, submarine-launched missiles, and strategic bombers—during a massive military parade. The unprecedented display signals Beijing’s growing strategic confidence and sends a clear message to global rivals, including the United States.


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Chinese President Xi Jinping declared that China will never be intimidated by bullies during a powerful address at the nation’s Military Day Parade. Standing alongside Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, Xi emphasized unity among nations and urged the world to prevent the recurrence of historical tragedies.

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Russia celebrates the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany with a grand Victory Day parade in Moscow. Chinese President Xi Jinping joined Russian President Putin. Watch this report to know more!

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It was not immediately clear whether either side was observing the ceasefire, even with world leaders -- including China's Xi Jinping, Brazil's Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Serbia's Aleksandar Vucic -- in Moscow. World

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World: Originally, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was scheduled to travel to Moscow for the 80th anniversary celebrations, but he withdrew after the Pahalgam terror attack. India News

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India news | World | Rudenko said that an invitation has already been sent out to PM Modi and he is expected to arrive in Russia in the next month for the event.

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The 27th of July marks the 71st anniversary of the end of the Korean War and the signing of the Korean armistice agreement. Watch to know more!

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Fireworks light up the Moscow sky to celebrate Russia's Victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. Watch in!

Dazzling fireworks light up the sky over Moscow to celebrate Victory Day

Russia on Thursday marks the Victory Day, as President Vladimir Putin celebrated the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II by hailing his forces fighting in Ukraine and blasting the West for fueling conflicts around the world. Watch in!

Russia marks World War II Victory Day with military parade in Moscow

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Russia stages its main annual Victory Day parade in Moscow’s Red Square marking victory over Nazi Germany in World War Two. President Vladimir Putin expected to make an address at the event, with leaders of Kazakhstan, Laos, Guinea-Bissau, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Belarus, Turkmenistan, and Cuba joining the Russian president in reviewing the parade.

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Russia is preparing to commemorate the 79th anniversary of the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in World War II on May9. The final rehearsal for this year's Victory Day military parade was held on Sunday in Red Square of central Moscow, Russia. Watch in!

Russia holds final rehearsal of the upcoming May 9 Victory Day Parade

Moscow held its final rehearsal of the upcoming May 9th victory Day Parade. The day marks the 79th anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. Watch in for more details!

Russia holds final rehearsal for the upcoming May 9 Victory Day Parade

Russia is preparing to commemorate the 79th anniversary of the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in World War II on 9 May. Watch in for more details!

Russia prepares for World War Victory Day

The North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has vowed to develop ties with China to a new high. He made the comments after meeting with the high-level Chinese delegation that was in North Korea to mark the 70th Korean War anniversary also known as the Victory Day Parade. The Wizarding Chinese delegation was led by the Communist Party-spawned Bureau member Li Hongzhong who handed over a letter from President Xi Jinping to the North Korean leader.

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North Korea The Hermit Nation held a lavish parade showcasing the most potent weapons from its arsenal. There were two interesting guests who watched the parade sending a loud and clear message to the world. The Russian defence minister Sergey Shoigu and the Chinese Communist Party Bureau member Li Hongzhong stood beside the North Korean leader Kim Jong-un at the parade to mark Victory Day.

Kim Jong-un holds night-time military parade

Russian defense minister is in North Korea. The minister along with his delegation will be joined by a Chinese official this will Mark the first visit to the country since the pandemic started while in Pyongyang the size will celebrate the 70th anniversary of Victory Day the delegation of Communist Party of China will be led by Lee Hong Zhong both Moscow and Beijing for long have extended their support to the nuclear-powered country North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has been set steadfast in his support for Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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