Russian defense minister is going to visit North Korea later this week. The minister along with his delegation will also 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.

Russian and Chinese delegation to visit North Korea to mark 70th anniversary of Victory Day

Victory Day was celebrated in all pomp and glory in Russia on May 9. It is one of the most important events for every former USSR nations. The day commemorates the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. As a matter of pride, all ex-Soviet Union nations celebrate it every year. However, this year, not each nation got a moment to mark this important event. Dozens of people were arrested for celebrating Victory Day in NATO nations.

Crackdown on Pro-Putin Victory Day celebrations in NATO countries

Russia marked its 78th victory day with drones strikes on Ukraine. Reports are calling the biggest drone attack on Ukraine. Molly Gambhir reports.

Gravitas: Russia marks Victory Day with drone strikes on Ukraine

The sun has been shining in Moscow today for the high-profile event. Russia celebrated Victory Day with a parade on May 9. The day commemorates the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. The Russian military holds a parade at Moscow’s Red Square and in other cities to mark the event. One of the other anticipated parts of the parade was President Putin's speech. Addressing the crowd, Putin characterised the war against Ukraine as a war for Russia’s survival and future.

Putin addresses Victory Day parade at Red Square, says REAL WAR has been unleashed

Every year on May 9, Russia marks the Soviet Union’s triumph over Nazi Germany in World War II with a parade of troops and sophisticated military hardware and public celebration. Watch this report for more details.

Victory Day in Russia: Moscow celebrates triumph over Nazi Germany

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all the latest news and top headlines from all across the globe - Pakistan rangers arrest Imran Khan, Putin addresses Russia's Victory Day parade, Russia celebrates 78th Victory Day, Putin & Zaparov talk business.

Imran Khan arrested; Putin addresses Russia's 'Victory Day' parade

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all the latest news and top headlines from all across the globe - Every year on May 9, Russia marks the Soviet Union’s triumph over Nazi Germany in World War II with a parade of troops and sophisticated military hardware and public celebration.

Russia celebrates triumph over Nazi Germany in World War 2

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Every year on May 9, Russia marks the Soviet Union’s triumph over Nazi Germany in World War II with a parade of troops and sophisticated military hardware and public celebration. Russian President Vladimir Putin addressed the gathering evoking nationalism and stating that the nation is at war.

Nazis across the world want to destroy us, says Russian President Putin

Ukrainian officials said that Russia launched a new attack on Ukraine on Tuesday (May 9), on the day of the Victory Day celebration in Moscow. No casualties were reported and officials said that Ukraine's air defences destroyed 23 of 25 missiles fired, mostly at the capital Kyiv.

Russia launches new attack on Ukraine on Moscow's Victory Day

In Saint Petersburg, Russia's second-largest city, preparations for the former's Victory Day Parade are in full gear. The Parade tour is being conducted under strict security after Russia recently suffered from a series of drone strikes.

Victory Day: Missiles, military vehicles and troops on display | Russia

In a highly anticipated Victory day speech, Russian President Vladimir Putin has defended his decision to invade Ukraine. Speaking at V-day parade, which commemorates the defeat of Nazis, Putin said that Russia was facing absolutely unacceptable threat.

Victory Day Speech: NATO an 'obvious threat' to Russia

Russia flaunted its massive nuclear arsenal during the Victory Day parade in Moscow's Red Square. A defiant Vladimir Putin blamed the West for forcing him to invade Ukraine. Palki Sharma brings you the biggest takeaways from Russia's show of force.

Gravitas: Russia flaunts nuclear arsenal on Victory Day

Anti-war protesters threw red paint on Sergey Andreev, Russia's ambassador to Poland on Monday. The Russian delegation, which was trying to lay a wreath at the cemetery of Soviet soldiers in Warsaw, was stopped by demonstrators.

Anti-war protesters throw red paint on Russia's ambassador to Poland

Russia will celebrate Victory Day on Monday even as the Russia-Ukraine war enters its third month. All eyes are on Russian President Putin's address to the nation on Victory Day.

Russia prepares to mark victory day as Russia-Ukraine war enters third month

Russia celebrates its victory over Nazi Germany in World War II on May 9. Fewer Russian tanks and other military hardware will rumble through Moscow’s Red Square on Monday due to the invasion of Ukraine. The patriotic fervor associated with the sacred holiday, however, could be as strong as ever. This year’s Victory Day won’t just honor a conflict that ended 77 years ago. Many Russians will be thinking about the thousands of troops fighting in neighboring Ukraine.

Why Victory Day in Russia is different this year?

Russian President Vladimir Putin is marking Victory Day, celebrating the Soviet Union’s World War II triumph over Nazi Germany with a grand display of its military might and a much-awaited speech from Moscow’s Red Square.

Victory Day 2022: Patriotic display of Russia's military prowess

Russian President Vladimir Putin oversees Victory Day celebrations, which marks the Soviet Union’s World War II triumph over Nazi Germany with a grand display of its military might and a much-awaited speech from Moscow’s Red Square.

Watch | Vladimir Putin gives speech at Russia's Victory Day celebrations from Moscow’s Red Square

Civilians were rescued from Azovstal steelworks in the port city of Mariupol. Ahead of the Victory Day parade in Moscow, what lies ahead for the besieged port city? Watch this report.

Civilians evacuated from Azovstal steelworks | What next for Mariupol?

Days before Victory Day, Russia intensifies attack in Ukraine. Will Putin officially declare war on Ukraine on May 9? After failing to get into Kyiv, what's the new phase of the war? Who is winning this war? Listen in to our experts Robert Dale, Boris Volkhonsky on #WIONWideangle

Victory Day in Russia: Who will win the war? | WION Wideangle

Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos, and videos.

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On May 9th, Russia will mark victory day and experts have predicted a declaration of all-out war on Ukraine. However, Russia has dismissed these reports and called them nonsense. Moscow refers to its invasion in Ukraine as a special military operation.

Ukraine war: Russia to mark 77th anniversary of victory day, observers speculate 'All-Out' war

Indian President Ram Nath Kovind is in Dhaka on the occasion of 50th Vijay Divas or Victory Day. The day represents glory for India and Bangladesh. It is a golden chapter for Indian Army and Bangladesh's Mukti Bahini.

Vijay Divas: History, significance and the glory

Bangladesh attained independence as a sovereign nation on December 16, ending 23 years of rule by Pakistan. As the country celebrates 50 years of liberation WION brings you this special report.

A Golden Victory: 50 years of Bangladesh liberation

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