| 单词 | Victory Day |
| 例句 | The enormous phalanx of the Permian band, led by the ma-jorettes in their black velvet costumes, unfolded like the Russian army in a Victory Day parade in Moscow. Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream 1990-01-01T00:00:00Z A grand parade celebrating the tsar features a Topol-M missile, Putin's favourite addition to yearly Victory Day festivities. Protests against 'tsar' Vladimir Putin reach new operatic stage 2012-05-31T17:38:59Z “It reminds me of Victory Day,” she added, referring to annual celebrations across Russia to mark the anniversary of the end of World War Two. After shock Russia win, Moscow cleans up huge party mess 2018-07-02T04:00:00Z Year after year, when my grandfather donned his medals and marched in the Victory Day parade, my grandmother, like many female veterans, chose to stay at home. What Children Remember From the War 2019-07-13T04:00:00Z In its original form, it included a Victory Day parade plopped in the middle of the plot. The Tortured History Behind Prokofiev’s ‘Romeo and Juliet’ 2018-01-23T05:00:00Z Samoylova also sang "Victory Day", a Soviet song composed for World War Two celebrations. Banned from Eurovision, Russian singer performs in Crimea 2017-05-10T04:00:00Z The parade marked Azerbaijan’s Victory Day, a holiday that commemorates the retaking of territory in 2020. Azerbaijan’s president addresses a military parade in Karabakh and says ‘we showed the whole world’ 2023-11-08T05:00:00Z Shoigu met Kim in July when he visited North Korea for the 70th anniversary of the end of the Korean War, celebrated in North Korea as "Victory Day". Russia discusses joint military exercises with North Korea - Shoigu 2023-09-04T04:00:00Z Russian Minister of Defence Sergei Shoigu visited North Korea for the 70th anniversary of the end of the Korean War, celebrated in North Korea as "Victory Day", in July when he met Kim. Russia proposes joint navy exercise with N.Korea, China - Yonhap 2023-09-04T04:00:00Z The widely anticipated parade was held on Thursday night to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the end of the Korean War, celebrated in North Korea as "Victory Day". North Korea shows off drones and ballistic missiles at night-time parade 2023-07-28T04:00:00Z Some analysts say the inclusion of Chinese and Russian envoys in this year's "Victory Day" parade - as the 1953 Korean armistice is called in the North - hints at a possible loosening of Covid restrictions. North Korea: Kim Jong Un shows off missiles to Russia defence chief Shoigu 2023-07-27T04:00:00Z But on Thursday — the 70th anniversary of the armistice which ended the fighting on July 27, 1953 — the isolated state will celebrate “Victory Day” in the “Great Fatherland Liberation War.” Seventy years on, North Korea tells its own story of a war and its aftermath 2023-07-26T04:00:00Z Some analysts say the inclusion of Chinese and Russian envoys in this year's 'Victory Day' parade - as the 1953 Korean armistice is called locally - hints at a possible loosening of Covid restrictions. North Korea: China, Russia in first post-pandemic visits 2023-07-26T04:00:00Z North Kore calls the date “the V-Day” or “the War Victory Day.” North Korea fires its first ICBM in 3 months after making threat over alleged U.S. spy flights 2023-07-11T04:00:00Z In addition to his run-ins with the law, Mr. Medvedev said he had also repeatedly clashed in Oslo with Ukrainians, most recently while visiting a local Soviet military memorial on Victory Day. A Russian Deserter’s Flight to Norway Presents a Fraught Dilemma for His Host 2023-05-28T04:00:00Z The delegations visit for North Korea's Victory Day - as the 1953 Korean armistice is called in the North - is, expected to end on Thursday with an extensive military parade. North Korea: Kim Jong Un shows off missiles to Russia defence chief Shoigu 2023-07-27T04:00:00Z A veteran of the Soviet war in Afghanistan saluting a memorial to an airman near the Monument to the Unknown Soldier, on Victory Day in Kyiv on May 9. At War: Portraits of Ukrainian Defiance, Suffering and Grief 2023-03-07T05:00:00Z The drone attack on the Kremlin took place in the early morning hours of May 3, several days before Russia celebrated Victory Day, marking Russia’s victory over Nazi Germany in World World II. Ukrainians Were Likely Behind Kremlin Drone Attack, U.S. Officials Say 2023-05-24T04:00:00Z Ten days ago, Putin projected the image of solidarity, with leaders of Armenia, Belarus and Central Asian states standing beside him at a Victory Day military parade on Red Square. Diplomatic tour by Ukraine’s Zelenskyy highlights Putin’s stark isolation 2023-05-19T04:00:00Z Lukashenko was last seen in public on May 9 at Victory Day events in both Moscow and the Belarusian capital Minsk. Belarus state media publish photo of Lukashenko following health speculation 2023-05-15T04:00:00Z The 68-year-old was seen at a May 9 Victory Day parade in Moscow’s Red Square, looking pale and bloated, and he skipped a celebratory breakfast in the Kremlin to fly home. Photos, video of Belarus leader emerge after days of absences that sparked health rumors 2023-05-15T04:00:00Z He then skipped a Putin-hosted breakfast and flew home for the Victory Day ceremony in Minsk, although he failed to make a speech for the first time in years, delegating it to his defense minister. Photos of Belarus leader emerge after days of absences that sparked health rumors 2023-05-15T04:00:00Z He was last seen in public laying flowers in the capital Minsk during Belarus' own Victory Day celebrations on 9 May - a few hours after returning from the Russian capital. Belarus leader Alexander Lukashenko misses event, fuelling health rumours 2023-05-14T04:00:00Z But the events that matter most to Russian speakers were held the following day, 9 May - marked in Russia as Victory Day. Ukraine war: Russians in Germany split over Putin's invasion 2023-05-13T04:00:00Z From the war in Ukraine and Russia’s celebration of Victory Day, to people fleeing fighting in Sudan and the coronation of U.K. AP Week in Pictures: Europe and Africa 2023-05-12T04:00:00Z But it was already braced for assaults before Victory Day in Russia on May 9, and after explosions over the Kremlin last week that Moscow said involved Ukrainian drones. For Kyiv's residents, tunnels are both shelter and source of adventure 2023-05-10T04:00:00Z The 68-year-old was last seen in public at a May 9 Victory Day parade in Moscow’s Red Square, looking pale and bloated, and he skipped a celebratory breakfast in the Kremlin to fly home. Photos of Belarus leader emerge after days of absences that sparked health rumors 2023-05-15T04:00:00Z On May 9, celebrated as Victory Day in Russia, Andreev was prevented by Ukrainian and Polish activists from laying a wreath at a monument in Warsaw to the Soviet soldiers killed fighting the Nazis. Poland reverts to historic name for Russia’s Kaliningrad 2023-05-10T04:00:00Z Another young Russian in this corner of Treptower Park, an activist called Alexandra, thought President Putin had turned Victory Day into a propaganda tool. Ukraine war: Russians in Germany split over Putin's invasion 2023-05-13T04:00:00Z Russia’s annual Victory Day celebrations were muted, reflecting the uneasy moment that the country faces in the war. Your Wednesday Briefing: Trump Liable for Sexual Abuse 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z With Russia struggling on the battlefield, the annual celebration of Victory Day, Russia’s most important and deeply emotional secular holiday, was far more muted than in the past. On Muted War Holiday, Putin Tries to Justify Invasion of Ukraine 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z At Tuesday's Victory Day parade Putin said Russia was engaged in a "sacred" fight with the West over Ukraine. Belarus leader Lukashenko avoids stroll, skips lunch after Moscow parade 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z Vladimir Putin has said Russia's future "rests on" the soldiers fighting in Ukraine, during his annual speech to mark Victory Day in Moscow. Russia's future rests on Ukraine war, Putin tells Victory Day parade 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z At another important event held by Russians in Berlin on Victory Day, dozens gathered at the Brandenburg Gate for what is known as the march of the Immortal Regiment. Ukraine war: Russians in Germany split over Putin's invasion 2023-05-13T04:00:00Z Prigozhin has for months openly criticised Russia's military leadership and its strategy in Ukraine, complaints that intensified ahead of Tuesday's Victory Day. Russia says it launched concentrated missile strike on Ukraine overnight 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z In Washington, the Karine Jean-Pierre, the White House press secretary, said the Russian leader had upended the spirit of Victory Day. On Muted War Holiday, Putin Tries to Justify Invasion of Ukraine 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z Events have been held in Russia to mark Victory Day, an annual holiday which commemorates the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in World War Two. Russia's 'nervous' Victory Day parade... in 78 seconds 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z This was the second Victory Day parade since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. Russia's future rests on Ukraine war, Putin tells Victory Day parade 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z A group of anti-war Russians demonstrated against Victory Day being turned into a propaganda tool - but their event was outnumbered by the rally sporting Kremlin-encouraged symbols such as St George's ribbons or Soviet flags. Ukraine war: Russians in Germany split over Putin's invasion 2023-05-13T04:00:00Z In Moscow it was already May 9, which became the Soviet Union's "Victory Day". Factbox: Why does Russia celebrate Victory Day on May 9, and what does it mean for Putin? 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z Andreev, who was doused with a red liquid at the same place on Victory Day last year, vowed to return later in the day. Ukraine flags block Russian ambassador’s path on Victory Day 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z Victory Day, celebrating the Soviet Union’s vanquishing of Nazi Germany in 1945, is Russia’s most important secular holiday, although it is toned down this year as the war in Ukraine drags on. What is Victory Day in Russia, and why is it so significant? 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z The barrage came as Moscow and other cities hosted military parades and other festivities marking Victory Day, Russia’s biggest secular holiday that this year has been significantly overshadowed by the war in Ukraine. Putin tells Red Square parade ‘real war’ unleashed on Russia 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z Kim also congratulated Putin on Tuesday's Victory Day anniversary that celebrates the 1945 defeat of Nazi Germany, saying Russia would continue to protect its "autonomy" and the "stability of the region". North Korea's Kim says Russia 'will prevail' over hostile forces 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z Victory Day is one of Russia's most important public holidays. Factbox: Why does Russia celebrate Victory Day on May 9, and what does it mean for Putin? 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z But Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin said he did not want to "spoil" Russia's Victory Day parade and would reveal more details later. Russia launches new attack on Ukraine on Moscow's 'sacred' day 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z Mr. Putin has long used his Victory Day speech to disparage the West and forge unity around Russian military power. What is Victory Day in Russia, and why is it so significant? 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z The new missile attacks came hours before Russia was due to celebrate Victory Day, commemorating the defeat of Nazi Germany in 1945. Ukraine says it downed Russian cruise missiles aimed at Kyiv 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z The May 9 holiday, Victory Day, marks the triumph of the Soviet Union over Nazi Germany. Victory Day, the battle for Bakhmut, and NATO: What to watch for this week. 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z Under Putin, Victory Day increasingly became a muscular display not only of marching battalions but also of Russia's latest weaponry, including warplanes, tanks, and nuclear-capable intercontinental ballistic missiles. Factbox: Why does Russia celebrate Victory Day on May 9, and what does it mean for Putin? 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z Victory Day this year is even more emotionally charged as Russia mourns thousands of soldiers killed in the nearly 15-month war in Ukraine that shows no sign of ending. Russia launches new attack on Ukraine on Moscow's 'sacred' day 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z Russia’s celebrations for Victory Day today have been scaled back because of security concerns. Your Tuesday Briefing: Texas Reels From Mass Shootings 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z The police have said they will have up to 1,500 officers ready to respond during Victory Day celebrations. Berlin’s attempt to ban Russian flags on Victory Day prompts a legal tussle. 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z This year, Mr. Putin’s annual Victory Day speech could signal how the Kremlin plans to respond, at least rhetorically, to the drone incident and to the anticipated Ukrainian counteroffensive. Victory Day, the battle for Bakhmut, and NATO: What to watch for this week. 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z Ukrainian officials have warned that Moscow may try to provoke an attack timed to Tuesday, the annual May 9 Victory Day holiday that marks the Soviet triumph over of Nazi Germany. Russia launched 35 attack drones over Kyiv, the Ukrainian Air Force says. 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z Russian authorities were preparing for celebrations on Tuesday of Victory Day, Russia’s most important secular holiday, amid tight security. Ukraine shoots down 35 drones over Kyiv as attacks kill 3 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z Russia carried out drone, missile and air strikes on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities through the night, escalating attacks in the run-up to its cherished Victory Day holiday that celebrates the defeat of Nazi Germany. Chinese property brokers need to reduce fees, regulator says 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z A legal tussle was unfolding in Berlin on Monday over an attempt by the police in the German capital to ban Russian flags at Victory Day celebrations this week. Berlin’s attempt to ban Russian flags on Victory Day prompts a legal tussle. 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z Some Russian cities have canceled Victory Day celebrations this year over security concerns, but the major celebration in Moscow’s Red Square on Tuesday is expected to go ahead. Victory Day, the battle for Bakhmut, and NATO: What to watch for this week. 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z It marks the fourth attack in eight days on Kyiv, and comes just 24 hours before Russia celebrates Victory Day. Ukraine war: At least five injured in airstrikes across country 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z Victory Day, Russia’s most important secular holiday, lauds two tenets that are central to the country’s identity: military might and moral rectitude. War shadows Victory Day, Russia’s integral holiday 2023-05-07T04:00:00Z The attacks came as Moscow prepares for its Victory Day parade, a key anniversary for Vladimir Putin, who often evokes the spirit and sacrifice that helped the Soviet Union defeat Nazi Germany. Chile right-wing parties hold big lead in vote on new constitution advisers 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z Last week, the Berlin police announced a ban on symbols, uniforms, songs and flags that could be seen to support Russia’s invasion during Victory Day commemorations, citing the risk of violence. Berlin’s attempt to ban Russian flags on Victory Day prompts a legal tussle. 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z The attacks came as Moscow prepares for its Victory Day parade, a key anniversary for Vladimir Putin, who often evokes the spirit and sacrifice that helped the Soviet Union defeat Nazi Germany. Gunmen kill journalist in restive northwest Cameroon, says union 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z Victory Day in Russia is May 9, one of the country's most commemorated public holidays marking the anniversary of victory over Nazi Germany. Ukraine general: Russia hopes to capture Bakhmut by Tuesday, steps up fighting 2023-05-07T04:00:00Z Putin's office linked what it called the "terrorist" drone attack on the Kremlin in the early hours of May 3 to the Victory Day parade, which takes place below the walls of the ancient citadel. Security worries overshadow Russia's Victory Day preparations 2023-05-07T04:00:00Z Mr. Prilepin also endorsed the massive military celebrations every year on May 9, Victory Day, marking the triumph of the Soviet Union over Nazi Germany. Car Bombing Injures Prominent Russian Nationalist Writer, State Media Reports 2023-05-06T04:00:00Z Yevgeny Prigozhin, a wealthy entrepreneur with longtime links to Russian President Vladimir Putin, claimed that Wagner fighters had planned to capture Bakhmut by May 9, Russia’s Victory Day holiday celebrating the defeat of Nazi Germany. Russia’s Wagner boss threatens Bakhmut pullout in Ukraine 2023-05-05T04:00:00Z The holiday, Victory Day, commemorates the Soviet Union’s triumph over Nazi Germany, and in the last two decades President Vladimir V. Putin has transformed the military spectacle into a centerpiece of his rule. Russian Unease Over Ukraine War Grows Amid Attacks and Leadership Rifts 2023-05-05T04:00:00Z And on Tuesday, Russia will commemorate Victory Day, a major holiday marking the Soviet triumph in World War II. What We Know About the Explosions Over the Kremlin 2023-05-04T04:00:00Z Kyiv has said it expects increased efforts by Russian forces to take the devastated eastern Ukrainian city of Bakhmut ahead of Moscow's Victory Day celebrations. Security worries overshadow Russia's Victory Day preparations 2023-05-07T04:00:00Z Despite Prigozhin's claims, senior Ukrainian officials said Wagner was actually redeploying mercenaries towards Bakhmut in a bid to capture the city before Tuesday's Victory Day celebrations in Russia. Ukraine war: Russia accused of using phosphorus bombs in Bakhmut 2023-05-06T04:00:00Z Yevgeny Prigozhin, a wealthy entrepreneur with longtime links to Russian President Vladimir Putin, claimed that Wagner had planned to capture Bakhmut by May 9, Russia’s major Victory Day holiday celebrating the defeat of Nazi Germany. Russia’s Wagner boss threatens Bakhmut pullout in Ukraine 2023-05-05T04:00:00Z There is evident pressure, spoken or unspoken, on Mr. Prigozhin and other commanders to produce some results to brag about for Victory Day. Russian Unease Over Ukraine War Grows Amid Attacks and Leadership Rifts 2023-05-05T04:00:00Z Several Russian regions have scaled back or cancelled Victory Day events, citing concerns that pro-Ukrainian saboteurs could target the proceedings. Moscow residents report sat-nav disruption before Victory Day parade 2023-05-05T04:00:00Z In Soviet times, Victory Day commemorations were more low-key, with the emphasis on honouring veterans and their huge sacrifices, which are seared into older Russians' folk memory. Security worries overshadow Russia's Victory Day preparations 2023-05-07T04:00:00Z The country celebrates Victory Day on May 9. Russian rouble soars to one-month high as oil prices halt slide 2023-05-04T04:00:00Z On Wednesday Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin banned flights of unmanned aerial vehicles without a special government permit in the city as Russia installs additional safety measures in preparation for its Victory Day festivities. Stunning video shows alleged assassination attempt on Vladimir Putin 2023-05-03T04:00:00Z But he is under some pressure himself to rally the nation in his scheduled nationwide Victory Day speech. Russian Unease Over Ukraine War Grows Amid Attacks and Leadership Rifts 2023-05-05T04:00:00Z They noted that the drone strike was carried out ahead of the May 9 Victory Day parade that commemorates the defeat of Nazi Germany. Russia says it foiled Ukrainian attempt to kill Putin with drones 2023-05-03T04:00:00Z The Kremlin also noted the incident had come shortly before Russia's 9 May Victory Day parade, which foreign dignitaries were expected to attend. Kremlin accuses Ukraine of trying to assassinate Putin 2023-05-03T04:00:00Z "The Kremlin has assessed these actions as a planned terrorist act and an assassination attempt on the president on the eve of Victory Day, the May 9 Parade," RIA said. Russia says Ukraine attacked Kremlin with drones in failed bid to kill Putin - RIA 2023-05-03T04:00:00Z Victory Day events have reportedly been canceled across the country, the majority of them in Western Russia along the border with Ukraine. Stunning video shows alleged assassination attempt on Vladimir Putin 2023-05-03T04:00:00Z Great pomp and shows of military might are the usual hallmarks of Victory Day, which marks the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany on 9 May 1945. Ukraine war: Russia scales back Victory Day celebrations 2023-05-03T04:00:00Z Citing security concerns, he recently opted to cancel some regional Victory Day parades celebrating the upcoming anniversary of the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany. At U.S. behest, Ukraine held off anniversary attacks on Russia 2023-04-24T04:00:00Z The International Women’s Day holiday was first celebrated in Russia 110 years ago and is one of its most important holidays, next to welcoming the New Year and the Victory Day. Russia won't play 'dangerous gender games' - parliamentary head 2023-03-08T05:00:00Z “Victory Day is going to be the happiest day for me and every Ukrainian,” he said. Zelensky answers reporters’ questions for hours, expressing confidence in Ukraine’s eventual victory. 2023-02-24T05:00:00Z Myanmar freed about 5,700 prisoners on the occasion of the National Victory Day last Thursday. UN expert questions sincerity of Myanmar’s prisoner release 2022-11-21T05:00:00Z Several Russian cities have announced they will scale back this year's Victory Day celebrations. Ukraine war: Russia scales back Victory Day celebrations 2023-05-03T04:00:00Z Turkey celebrated Victory Day on Aug. 30, a national holiday commemorating Turkish forces driving out Greek forces in 1922. Erdogan accuses Greece of 'occupying' demilitarised islands 2022-09-03T04:00:00Z On Russia’s annual Victory Day, which commemorates the Soviet victory over Germany in World War II, people gathered in front of the Riga monument to lay flowers. Latvia brings down Soviet-era monument’s obelisk in capital 2022-08-25T04:00:00Z Victory Day, marking the defeat of Nazi Germany, is obsessively observed with weeks of anticipation. Moscow seeks a ‘sense of normal’ amid Ukraine conflict 2022-08-23T04:00:00Z On Russia’s annual Victory Day holiday on May 9, they gather in front of the monument to lay flowers with concerts also organized. Latvia to topple Soviet-era monument a week after Estonia 2022-08-22T04:00:00Z The defeat of Nazi Germany is celebrated each year on May 9, Victory Day, a Russian holiday of national remembrance marked by pomp and patriotic fervor. Putin revives Soviet ‘Mother Heroine’ award for women who have 10 children 2022-08-17T04:00:00Z For the majority of Latvia's Russian-speakers, Victory Day has always been important, even though many condemn Russian aggression and consider themselves Latvian patriots. Russian speakers in Latvia told to pick sides in test of patriotism 2022-08-18T04:00:00Z The state is the only one in the nation that still observes the Victory Day holiday, which commemorates Japan’s surrender ending World War II in August 1945. Rhode Islanders returning from summer hotspot brawl on ferry 2022-08-09T04:00:00Z The annual "Victory Day" celebrations are marked by military parades, fireworks and dancing. Kim Jong-un says North Korea ready to mobilise nuclear forces 2022-07-28T04:00:00Z Video from a concert put on by family of 331st regiment members, to mark Russia's annual Victory Day on 9 May, shows an exuberant performance of patriotic songs in a Kostroma public park. Russia's elite 331st paras regiment fight for public support 2022-06-30T04:00:00Z Putin revisited this theme in his May 9 Victory Day speech in Moscow. Opinion | Putin’s Ukraine war draws on his vision of nationalism, exceptionalism 2022-06-09T04:00:00Z He was attending an unofficial gathering to celebrate Victory Day, an annual holiday that commemorates the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany. Russian speakers in Latvia told to pick sides in test of patriotism 2022-08-18T04:00:00Z Mr. Putin, his hawkish critics say, failed to use the May 9 Victory Day commemoration to rally the nation and reset the war. In a war gone sideways, some Russian hawks push Putin to do more 2022-06-05T04:00:00Z As a child, Kurkov loved the lavish Victory Day parade, held each year on May 9, with its troops and tanks and blizzard of balloons. How Ukraine’s Greatest Novelist Is Fighting for His Country 2022-05-24T04:00:00Z It may be why Putin did not use his May 9 Victory Day speech to escalate the conflict. Op-Ed: When will the costs of war force peace in Ukraine? 2022-05-27T04:00:00Z And he smiled broadly with other loyalists in Putin’s inner circle May 9 during the Victory Day parade in Moscow. The Russian Orthodox leader at the core of Putin’s ambitions 2022-05-21T04:00:00Z Russian service members march during a parade on Victory Day, which marks the 77th anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany in World War Two, in Red Square in central Moscow, Russia May 9, 2022. Russian parliament to consider allowing over-40s to sign up for military 2022-05-20T04:00:00Z Russia would like the world to view its army as it appears during the annual Victory Day parade — a well-oiled instrument of fit soldiers in dashing uniforms marching in unison and bristling with menacing weapons. Russia Planned a Major Military Overhaul. Ukraine Shows the Result. 2022-05-16T04:00:00Z When he learned the children would celebrate Russia’s May 9 Victory Day by dressing in Red Army or contemporary military uniforms, he was more concerned. Sweden joins Finland in seeking NATO membership 2022-05-16T04:00:00Z During Russia's Victory Day celebrations last week, they crossed live on television from Moscow to occupiers in the city. Pinned down by Russian fire in key frontline village 2022-05-16T04:00:00Z Though President Vladimir Putin did not declare general conscription in his Victory Day speech on May 9, a conventional escalation of this kind is still possible. Opinion | America and Its Allies Want to Bleed Russia. They Really Shouldn’t. 2022-05-11T04:00:00Z And Putin’s Victory Day display of muscle was a dud amid reports of Russian soldiers refusing to join the fight. Opinion | Good-cop France is offering Putin a way out. If only he’d take it. 2022-05-13T04:00:00Z Russia’s war has stalled, as President Vladimir Putin backhandedly acknowledged by delivering a lackluster speech on Russia’s Victory Day on May 9. Opinion | ‘America First’ is America at its worst 2022-05-14T04:00:00Z As Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy put it, in his Victory Day video speech, Russia is implementing “a bloody reconstruction of Nazism.” Reading between the lines of Putin’s Victory Day speech 2022-05-13T04:00:00Z The Russian attacks came a day after Mr. Putin marked Russia’s “Victory Day” holiday, commemorating the end of World War II, with a full-throated defense of his war in Ukraine. Ukrainian counteroffensive puts Russian supply lines at risk 2022-05-10T04:00:00Z Russia said Ukrainian forces had attempted to retake the island on May 8, the eve of Russia’s Victory Day anniversary celebrations over Nazi Germany in World War Two. Russia says it repelled Ukrainian attempts to reclaim Snake Island 2022-05-10T04:00:00Z In a speech shortly after Putin’s Victory Day fizzle, French President Emmanuel Macron offered an olive branch to Moscow while gently, and obliquely, scolding Austin. Opinion | Good-cop France is offering Putin a way out. If only he’d take it. 2022-05-13T04:00:00Z It also prevented Russian President Vladimir Putin from announcing any significant military success in Ukraine during the May 9 Victory Day parade in Red Square, British officials tweeted. Putin mum on Russi’s failures in Ukraine during WWII Victory Day parade 2022-05-10T04:00:00Z On Monday, he watched troops march in formation and military hardware roll by in a Victory Day parade on Moscow’s Red Square to celebrate the Soviet Union’s role in the 1945 defeat of Nazi Germany. Russia pounds Ukraine’s vital port of Odesa, Mariupol plant 2022-05-10T04:00:00Z Always grandiose and fascistic, the Victory Day celebrations in Moscow were more restrained than usual on Monday, with the normal aerial display canceled on account of the “weather,” even though the skies were clear. Opinion | Putin is trapped in a quagmire and doesn’t know how to get out 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z On Victory Day, Putin defends war on Ukraine as fight against ‘Nazis’ Russian TV, online platforms hacked with antiwar message on Victory Day 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z Instead, Victory Day was observed in a more somber and subdued way in Red Square and across parts of Ukraine. On Victory Day, Putin defends war on Ukraine as fight against ‘Nazis’ 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z The latest: Vladimir Putin defended his invasion of Ukraine on Russia’s Victory Day as fighting continued in the east and south of Ukraine. Oligarch’s effort to broker peace falters even as it shields him from sanctions 2022-05-05T04:00:00Z The White House had earlier described Putin’s remarks during his Victory Day speech as “revisionist history that took the form of disinformation.” Missiles pound Ukraine's Odesa after Russia marks WW2 victory 2022-05-10T04:00:00Z Putin’s Victory Day speech might indicate he is groping for a way out, as the British defense minister suggests, but there is no easy exit from the disaster he created. Opinion | Putin is trapped in a quagmire and doesn’t know how to get out 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z Mr. Biden signed the law on the same day that Russia celebrated Victory Day, the 77th anniversary of the allied defeat of Nazi Germany, a feat facilitated in part by the original Lend-Lease Act. Biden Speeds Up Military Aid to Ukraine, Drawing U.S. Deeper Into War 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z In his Victory Day address, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said 8 million Ukrainians perished in the war — about 20 percent of the population at the time. On Victory Day, Putin defends war on Ukraine as fight against ‘Nazis’ 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z And each year on May 9, when the Soviet Union marked Victory Day, they marched in parades and laid flowers at monuments, always together. Russia’s invasion upends a shared World War II history with Ukraine. 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z Dozens of protesters were detained around the country on Victory Day, and editors at a pro-Kremlin media outlet revolted by briefly publishing a few dozen stories criticizing Putin and the invasion. Putin marks Victory Day with little to show for 11-week war 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z As fierce fighting continued in Ukraine's east and Mariupol's last defenders held out for another day in the city's massive steel plant, Russian President Vladimir Putin delivered his annual Victory Day speech on Monday. Ukraine round-up: Putin hails motherland and Ukraine told long wait to join EU 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z The pain of all the deaths combines with the defeat of odious opponents to give Victory Day a deep emotional resonance in Russia. Putin’s Victory Day speech passionate but empty 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z Military observers believed Mr. Putin might use Monday’s high-profile address, which marked Russia’s “Victory Day” holiday celebrating the end of World War II, to formally declare war on Ukraine. Putin defends Ukraine war as Russia faces manpower shortages, global outrage 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z Landsbergis, who was in Washington for meetings with U.S. officials and others, said he had not been impressed by Putin’s Victory Day speech in Red Square. AP Interview: Lithuania FM calls for regime change in Russia 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z Victory Day, held every May 9, is Russia’s most important holiday, celebrated across the country and in many of the nations of the former Soviet Union with parades, concerts and fireworks. AP PHOTOS: Russia marks victory over Nazi Germany in WWII 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z Responding to Mr Putin's Victory Day speech, a UK minister has said you cannot compare Russia's invasion of Ukraine with its defeat of Nazi Germany in World War Two. Ukraine round-up: Putin hails motherland and Ukraine told long wait to join EU 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z Vladimir Putin had no victories in Ukraine to proclaim on Victory Day. Putin’s Victory Day speech passionate but empty 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z Russia’s ambassador to Poland, Sergey Andreev, was reportedly splattered with red paint by protesters when he arrived at a Victory Day ceremony in Warsaw. Putin defends Ukraine war as Russia faces manpower shortages, global outrage 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z The war in Ukraine has cast a shadow over this year's Victory Day, when Moscow honours the 27 million Soviet citizens who lost their lives in World War Two. Russian envoy to Poland doused in red by anti-war protesters 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z Wallace spoke as Putin reviewed Russian troops and military hardware parading through Moscow’s Red Square on what is known as Victory Day in Russia. Live: Live updates | Protesters target Russian envoy in Warsaw 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z His inner circle and top military generals also at today's Victory Day event are "utterly complicit in Putin's hijacking of their forebears' proud history." Ukraine round-up: Putin hails motherland and Ukraine told long wait to join EU 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z Some speculated that recent explosions in Moldova’s separatist region of Transnistria, where Russia has about 1,500 troops based, could be provocations to justify Russia trying to take control of that area by Victory Day. Putin’s Victory Day speech passionate but empty 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z The Ukrainian military also warned of a “high probability” of missile strikes throughout the country as Russia used Victory Day as impetus for a reinvigorated assault. Putin defends invasion of Ukraine during display of Russian might 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z Ambassador Sergey Andreev arrived at the Soviet soldiers cemetery to lay flowers on Victory Day, which marks the the defeat of Nazi Germany by the Allies. Russian ambassador to Poland hit with red paint 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z The warning came Monday just ahead of Russia’s Victory Day parade in Moscow. Live: Live updates | Protesters target Russian envoy in Warsaw 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z Ahead of Victory Day, Moscow was full of rumour and speculation. Ukraine War: Putin gives few clues in Victory Day speech 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z The photographs showed Moscow satellite television menus on Victory Day, when Russia celebrated the 77th anniversary of Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany, with every channel showing anti-war slogans. Russian satellite TV shows a Ukraine message: 'blood on your hands' 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z Putin was speaking at the annual Victory Day parade on Moscow’s Red Square marking the anniversary of the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany in 1945. Reactions to Putin's Victory Day speech 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z Ahead of Victory Day, warplanes had rehearsed over Red Square in a Z-formation, the motif used by the Russian state during its war in Ukraine. Putin says Russia fighting for motherland in Ukraine in Victory Day speech 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z As Victory Day turned attention toward Putin, Western leaders showed new signs of support for Ukraine. Russia presses Ukraine assault as Putin marks Victory Day 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z Following the speech, thousands of Russian soldiers marched across Red Square, although there were fewer troops here than in last year's Victory Day parade. Ukraine War: Putin gives few clues in Victory Day speech 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z The slogans appeared just before the Victory Day parade on Red Square at which President Vladimir Putin compared the war in Ukraine to the Soviet battle to defeat Adolf Hitler in World War Two. Russian satellite TV shows a Ukraine message: 'blood on your hands' 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z In a speech to coincide with Russia's Victory Day parade commemorating the end of the World War Two, Wallace said the Russian generals were as complicit as their president, and should face court martial. Putin 'mirroring fascism' of 77 years ago, UK's Wallace says 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z Impeccably straight columns of soldiers will march through Red Square on Monday as they do every year on Victory Day. Russia marks WWII victory shadowed by Ukraine 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z The military alleged Russian troops were seizing documents to force residents to join in Victory Day commemorations. Russia presses Ukraine assault as Putin marks Victory Day 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z Speculation that Russian President Vladimir Putin might declare war on Ukraine in order to call up reserves during his speech at "Victory Day" celebrations also hurt market sentiment. Dollar hits two-decade high amid rising US rates, Ukraine war, China's lockdowns 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z The warning came Monday just ahead of Russia’s planned Victory Day parade in Moscow. Live updates | Ukraine warns Russian missile strikes likely 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z Russian forces have renewed their assault in eastern Ukraine, as they scramble to show progress before Russia’s Victory Day holiday on May 9. Jill Biden’s Secret Ukraine Trip 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z Asked by The Associated Press whether mobilization rumors could dampen the Victory Day mood, Putin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said “nothing will cast a shadow” over “the sacred day, the most important day” for Russians. Russia marks WWII victory shadowed by Ukraine 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z Russian forces have renewed their assault in eastern Ukraine, as they scramble to show progress before Russia’s Victory Day holiday on May 9. May 9 Is a Revered Day in Russia. For Many, Putin Has Hijacked It. 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z Russian forces have renewed their assault in eastern Ukraine, as they scramble to show progress before Russia’s Victory Day holiday on May 9. Both Sides Harden Positions on Anniversary of Nazi Defeat in Europe 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z Ukraine said Russian troops seized the documents to force the local people to take part in Victory Day commemorations there. Live updates | Ukraine warns Russian missile strikes likely 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z Her visit to Ukraine came the day before Russia’s Victory Day, which some U.S. officials worry will bring a new, even more violent phase of the war. First lady Jill Biden visits Ukraine in rare trip to war zone 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z As Victory Day neared and the spotlight turned to Putin, Western leaders showed new signs of support for Ukraine. Putin to mark Victory Day as Russia presses Ukraine assault 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z Moscow’s forces pressed their attack on defenders inside Mariupol’s steel plant in an apparent race to capture the city ahead of Russia’s Victory Day holiday Monday. Asian shares mostly fall as rate hikes, China slowdown loom 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z Victory Day is an almost sacred holiday for Russians as most Soviet families mourned losses. Putin to mark Soviet Union's WW2 victory as war in Ukraine grinds on 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z Russia celebrates Victory Day on Monday amid speculation President Vladimir Putin might declare war on Ukraine in order to call up reserves. Asia stocks in gloomy mood as Wall St futures slip 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z The new US and Canadian sanctions were announced on the eve of Victory Day in Russia, which celebrates the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany. Ukraine war: First ladies meet as US announces new sanctions 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z The latest move comes as Russia prepares to celebrate Victory Day, the commemoration of the Soviet Victory over Nazi Germany in 1945, which will be marked with the annual military parade in Moscow's Red Square. UK announces new sanctions for Russia and Belarus 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z Russia celebrates the 1945 defeat of Nazi Germany on its Victory Day on Monday. U.S. diplomats return to Kyiv embassy on first visit since invasion 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z The meeting comes ahead of Russia's Victory Day celebrations on Monday. Biden meets with G7 leaders, Ukraine's Zelenskiy to discuss war 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z Ukrainian leaders warned that attacks would only worsen in the lead-up to Victory Day, the May 9 holiday when Russia celebrates Nazi Germany’s defeat in 1945 with military parades. Live: Live updates | Canada’s Trudeau in Ukraine to offer support 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z Speaking on “Fox News Sunday,” the South Carolina Republican said the visual of Russia’s May 9 Victory Day celebrations will stand in stark contrast to the reality on the ground in Ukraine. Russians ‘getting their ass handed to them’ in Ukraine: Sen. Lindsey Graham 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z Mr. Putin’s comments came just hours before the official start of Russia’s annual May 9 Victory Day holiday, which marks the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II. Russia’s war in Ukraine about destroying ‘Nazi filth,’ Putin says 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z Ukrainian officials fear Russia may step up its attacks ahead of Russia's Victory Day commemorations on Monday. War in Ukraine: Zelensky WW2 speech accuses Russia of Nazi atrocities 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to use Monday’s Victory Day commemorations to somehow glorify, or at least rebrand, his army’s invasion of Ukraine. Dozens feared dead after Russia bombs school; Zelensky likens fight to Nazi Germany 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z Le Pen was speaking on a visit to the town of Hénin-Beaumont marking Victory Day - the anniversary of the Allies' victory in 1945 over Nazi Germany in World War Two. France's Le Pen still hopes to unsettle Macron in legislative elections 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z In Russia, Victory Day on May 9 is one of the country’s most important national events - a remembrance of the enormous sacrifices made by the Soviet Union in defeating Nazi Germany. On World War Two anniversary, Zelenskiy says evil has returned 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z At first glance, preparations for Monday’s celebration of Victory Day, marking the defeat of Nazi Germany in 1945, seem to be the same as ever. Patriotism, unease mix as Russia marks Victory Day in WWII 2022-05-07T04:00:00Z Each year on Victory Day, Russian citizens parade bearing photographs of their heroic forbears in a spectacle known as “the immortal regiment.” Two Europes Confront Each Other Over the Glory, or Shame, of War 2022-05-07T04:00:00Z “Victory Day is our sacred holiday. I always cry on that day,” Valentina said, sitting on a Moscow park bench with two friends Friday. On a Victory Day without victory, Putin faces choice over all-out war 2022-05-07T04:00:00Z Russia’s Victory Day is Monday, and officials fear President Vladimir Putin will use the holiday as a reason to increase the pace of shellings and possibly to officially declare “war” on Ukraine. Women, children evacuated from Mariupol steel plant 2022-05-07T04:00:00Z Ukraine, once part of the Soviet Union, has always treated Victory Day as a holiday. As Russia marks annual Victory Day, Ukrainians scarred by war reject defeat A government campaign encouraging support for the military is using the distinctive black-and-orange St. George’s ribbon that is traditionally associated with Victory Day. Patriotism, unease mix as Russia marks Victory Day in WWII 2022-05-07T04:00:00Z Putin's Victory Day speech could offer clues on the future of the war he launched on Feb. 24 with an unsuccessful assault on the capital, Kyiv. Ukraine Azovstal steelworks evacuation focuses on wounded, medics 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z Moscow was aiming to complete its conquest of Mariupol in time for Victory Day celebrations on Monday. Last women and children evacuated from Ukrainian steel mill 2022-05-07T04:00:00Z Victory Day honors the Soviet Union’s role in the defeat of Nazi Germany. Women, children evacuated from Mariupol steel plant 2022-05-07T04:00:00Z We will probably hear a lot more about this on Victory Day. Viewpoint: Putin now faces only different kinds of defeat 2022-05-07T04:00:00Z One official has suggested that Victory Day marchers display photos of soldiers now fighting in Ukraine. Patriotism, unease mix as Russia marks Victory Day in WWII 2022-05-07T04:00:00Z Ukraine's defence intelligence agency has said Kremlin officials are reportedly in Mariupol preparing for a Victory Day parade in the devastated city. Ukraine Azovstal steelworks evacuation focuses on wounded, medics 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z Ukrainian leaders warned that attacks would only worsen in the lead-up to Victory Day, when Russia celebrates Nazi Germany’s defeat in 1945 with military parades. Last women and children evacuated from Ukrainian steel mill 2022-05-07T04:00:00Z In Moscow, there was a Red Square rehearsal for Victory Day on Saturday ahead of a celebration that is expected to be a chance for the Russian military to showcase its wartime prowess. Women, children evacuated from Mariupol steel plant 2022-05-07T04:00:00Z Ros Atkins explains why Victory Day is such an important date in Russia, looking at the symbolism and historical significance of 9 May. Ros Atkins on... Why 9 May matters to Russia 2022-05-07T04:00:00Z The 9 May, Victory Day, is one of the most important holidays in the Russian calendar. Kharkiv fightback and Russian jets roar in rehearsal - round-up 2022-05-07T04:00:00Z Meanwhile, Russia has said there will be no Victory Day celebrations in Mariupol. Ukraine war: Civilians now out of Azovstal plant in Mariupol, says deputy PM 2022-05-07T04:00:00Z There is concern that the Russian shelling could intensify in the run up to Victory Day on May 9, when Russia commemorates its win over Nazi Germany in 1945. Ukraine: Intense shelling as troops battle to regain Kharkiv region 2022-05-07T04:00:00Z The Russian Defense Ministry says 11,000 troops and 131 items of military hardware will take part in a Victory Day parade on Monday. Women, children evacuated from Mariupol steel plant 2022-05-07T04:00:00Z This year’s Victory Day, which falls on Monday, won’t just honor a conflict that ended 77 years ago. Russia holds dress rehearsal for Victory Day parade 2022-05-07T04:00:00Z The forces inside the complex have so far rebuffed Russian surrender demands, but officials are worried that Moscow wants the steelworks flattened as a symbolic prize in advance of Victory Day. Ukraine says it's mounting a counteroffensive near the northeastern metropolis of Kharkiv 2022-05-07T04:00:00Z Victory Day is celebrated annually on 9 May in Russia to mark the Soviet Union's victory in World War Two. Ukraine war: Civilians now out of Azovstal plant in Mariupol, says deputy PM 2022-05-07T04:00:00Z The Pentagon, for its part, has avoided stoking speculation about Mr. Putin’s Victory Day plans. Turning Tables on Russia With West’s Arms, Ukraine Goes on Offense 2022-05-06T04:00:00Z Ukrainian officials fear that Victory Day could mean an escalation of attacks as citizens were reminded to heed warnings from air raid sirens and to adhere to local curfews. Women, children evacuated from Mariupol steel plant 2022-05-07T04:00:00Z Ahead of Victory Day, municipal workers and volunteers cleaned up what remains of the city, which had a prewar population of more than 400,000. Evacuation efforts go on at sprawling Ukrainian steel mill 2022-05-06T04:00:00Z Asked about plans for Russia to mark the World War Two anniversary day in parts of Ukraine it holds, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said: “The time will come to mark Victory Day in Mariupol.” Diplomatic efforts seek to save Ukraine fighters in Mariupol - Zelenskiy 2022-05-07T04:00:00Z It was just a rehearsal - for a grand military parade and flypast to mark Victory Day. Victory Day parade: All eyes on Moscow - and what Putin does next 2022-05-06T04:00:00Z “What they plan to do or say on Victory Day, that’s really up to them,” John F. Kirby, the Pentagon spokesman, said on Thursday. Turning Tables on Russia With West’s Arms, Ukraine Goes on Offense 2022-05-06T04:00:00Z The seizure of Mariupol is expected to play a central role in Moscow’s celebration on May 9 of Victory Day, historically marking the end of World War II. ‘We’re so sorry’: Mariupol plant evacuees feel relief, grief 2022-05-06T04:00:00Z Ukrainian officials said the risk of massive shelling increased ahead of Victory Day. Evacuation efforts go on at sprawling Ukrainian steel mill 2022-05-06T04:00:00Z The war in Ukraine will cast a long shadow over this Victory Day. Putin to send 'doomsday' warning to West at Russia's WW2 victory parade 2022-05-06T04:00:00Z State TV has long presented the West as Russia's nemesis but, in the run up to Victory Day, the rhetoric and the aggression has intensified. Victory Day parade: All eyes on Moscow - and what Putin does next 2022-05-06T04:00:00Z LVIV, Ukraine — The British military believes Russia wants to take the port city of Mariupol and its vast steel mill before it marks Victory Day on Monday. Live: Live updates | Hungary’s Orban rejects EU ban on Russian oil 2022-05-06T04:00:00Z Attempts to capture Azovstal and secure all of Mariupol appear linked to upcoming May 9 Victory Day celebrations and Russian President Vladimir Putin’s “desire to have a symbolic success in Ukraine,” the U.K. Russia assaults Mariupol steel plan for a second day 2022-05-06T04:00:00Z Meanwhile Russia will hold the annual May 9 Victory Day in Moscow to mark the anniversary of the Soviet Union's triumph over Nazi Germany. Take Five: The tightrope trick 2022-05-06T04:00:00Z LVIV, Ukraine - The British military believes Russia wants to take the port city of Mariupol and its vast steel mill before it marks Victory Day on Monday. Live updates | Germany confirms weaponry supply for Ukraine 2022-05-06T04:00:00Z Asked about statements by Ukrainian officials that Russia is planning a parade in Mariupol on Russia’s Victory Day holiday, Kirby said what the Kremlin plans to do or say Monday is “really up to them.” Russia tightens grip on Mariupol as Ukraine seeks more Western aid 2022-05-05T04:00:00Z That date, known as Victory Day, marks Russia’s role in defeating Nazi Germany. At the scene of Mariupol theater tragedy, Russia prepares for a parade 2022-05-05T04:00:00Z The bloody battle came amid growing speculation that President Vladimir Putin wants to present the Russian people with a battlefield triumph — or announce an escalation of the war — in time for Victory Day on Monday. Defenders inside Ukrainian steel mill refuse to surrender 2022-05-05T04:00:00Z In Mariupol itself there will be no Victory Day parade because of apparent security threats. Why 9 May Victory Day is so important for Russia 2022-05-05T04:00:00Z One volunteer, who gave only his first name, Denis, said he was helping restore parks and war monuments so the city could celebrate Victory Day on Monday. Live updates | Germany confirms weaponry supply for Ukraine 2022-05-06T04:00:00Z Russia has been rehearsing ahead of its Victory Day parade on 9 May, with military vehicles, weaponry and soldiers passing through Moscow's Red Square. Russia rehearses World War Two victory parade 2022-05-05T04:00:00Z The surrounding city has been destroyed, and analysts think Mr. Putin is pushing for a major victory before the May 9 Victory Day holiday. Russian forces breach Mariupol plant: Reports 2022-05-05T04:00:00Z Victory Day is the biggest patriotic holiday on the Russian calendar, marking the Soviet Union’s triumph over Nazi Germany. Defenders inside Ukrainian steel mill refuse to surrender 2022-05-05T04:00:00Z The Red Square Victory Day parade is about aesthetics too, and military hardware in particular. Why 9 May Victory Day is so important for Russia 2022-05-05T04:00:00Z This year’s Victory Day won’t just honor a conflict that ended 77 years ago. EXPLAINER: Why Victory Day in Russia is different this year 2022-05-04T04:00:00Z So the conjecture over Mr. Putin’s intent on Victory Day is only growing more acute. As Victory Day Looms in Russia, Guesswork Grows Over Putin’s Ukraine Goals 2022-05-04T04:00:00Z The parade on May 9 would be in celebration of Russia’s Victory Day holiday, which commemorates the Soviet Union’s role in defeating the Nazis at the end of World War II. Kremlin is targeting Ukraine resupply infrastructure, officials say 2022-05-04T04:00:00Z The flurry of attacks comes as Russia prepares to celebrate Victory Day on May 9, marking the Soviet Union’s defeat of Nazi Germany. Russian strikes try to disrupt delivery of Western weapons 2022-05-04T04:00:00Z Under Vladimir Putin, Victory Day has become a show of strength of troops and military hardware, as well as a chance to remember the sacrifices of World War Two. Why 9 May Victory Day is so important for Russia 2022-05-05T04:00:00Z A look at the significance of Victory Day in Russia: EXPLAINER: Why Victory Day in Russia is different this year 2022-05-04T04:00:00Z Ukrainian civilians who have been hammered by weeks of Russian strikes are increasingly fearful that Russia could use Victory Day to subject them to even more deadly attacks. As Victory Day Looms in Russia, Guesswork Grows Over Putin’s Ukraine Goals 2022-05-04T04:00:00Z Analysts have speculated that Putin might use the Victory Day holiday to officially declare war on Ukraine, a suggestion that Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov dismissed Wednesday as “nonsense.” Kremlin is targeting Ukraine resupply infrastructure, officials say 2022-05-04T04:00:00Z Concerns over the prospect of a dramatic uptick in Russia’s war are likely to be vented during the meeting, which comes just days before Moscow’s highly-anticipated Victory Day celebrations. Russia carries out late-night airstrikes as fears mount of an expanding war phase 2022-05-04T04:00:00Z Russian identity has been largely created with Victory Day in the background, with schoolbooks and history books focusing on Russian as Europe's wartime liberators. Why 9 May Victory Day is so important for Russia 2022-05-05T04:00:00Z In an interview this week, Lavrov said: “Our military isn’t going to artificially link its action to any date, including Victory Day.” EXPLAINER: Why Victory Day in Russia is different this year 2022-05-04T04:00:00Z With the Russian military still struggling, Western officials are looking with increased alarm to Russia’s Victory Day holiday on May 9. As Victory Day Looms in Russia, Guesswork Grows Over Putin’s Ukraine Goals 2022-05-04T04:00:00Z The flurry of attacks over the past day comes as Russia prepares to celebrate Victory Day on May 9, marking the Soviet Union’s defeat over Nazi Germany. Russia pounds Ukraine, targeting supply of Western arms 2022-05-04T04:00:00Z Belarusian member of the military takes part in the Victory Day parade, which marks the anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany in World War Two, in Minsk, Belarus May 9, 2020. Belarus says surprise army drills no threat to neighbours 2022-05-04T04:00:00Z The pope told the newspaper that Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban had told him Russia planned to end the war on May 9, which Russia celebrates as "Victory Day" marking Nazi Germany's surrender in 1945. Russian offensive devastates towns in eastern Ukraine, EU prepares oil sanctions 2022-05-03T04:00:00Z Indeed, the contributor of the Shutterstock image, Igor Svencom, wrote in a caption that the photo is from “the victory parade,” a possible reference to Russia’s annual “Victory Day” military parade in May. GOP Senate candidate touts military support with image of Russian jets 2022-04-25T04:00:00Z Western officials suspect that Putin’s declaration of victory may be part of efforts to accelerate Russia’s campaign ahead of its annual Victory Day celebrations on May 9. Biden vows $1.3 billion in Ukraine aid as Mariupol standoff worsens 2022-04-21T04:00:00Z British intelligence officials on Thursday said looming May 9 Victory Day celebrations, which mark the end of World War II, might make Mr. Putin antsy for military gains. Putin orders blockade of Mariupol steel plant instead of invasion 2022-04-21T04:00:00Z Russia traditionally holds a World War Two Victory Day parade on 9 May and that is being widely seen as a deadline for concrete results. Why has Russia invaded Ukraine and what does Putin want? 2022-04-17T04:00:00Z Russian President Vladimir Putin is thought likely to want a tangible gain by 9 May - the annual commemoration of Victory Day against Nazi Germany - and Mariupol could serve him that. Ukraine war: Mariupol fighters' relatives tell of bitter pride 2022-04-20T04:00:00Z It is only a little over three more weeks until Victory Day, the huge May 9 holiday in Russia that marks the then-Soviet Union’s triumph, at terrible cost, over the Nazis. Blasts rock areas near Kyiv and Lviv as Ukraine braces for payback over sunken Russian flagship 2022-04-16T04:00:00Z They met in the parking garage at midnight on May 8, the eve of the Great Patriotic War’s Victory Day. The Battle for the Mural — and the Future of Belarus 2022-03-30T04:00:00Z But while it has been seen on Moscow's Victory Day Parade on Red Square, it has been missing in battle. Ukraine: What have been Russia's military mistakes? 2022-03-18T04:00:00Z Former Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev arrives for the Victory Day parade, which marks the anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany in World War Two, in Red Square in central Moscow, Russia May 9, 2019. Relatives of Soviet crackdown victims file lawsuit against USSR president Gorbachev 2022-01-13T05:00:00Z In his annual Victory Day speech this year after a monumental military parade, Mr. Putin tore into unnamed present-day enemies of Russia who were redeploying the Nazis’ “delusional theory of their exclusivity.” How the Kremlin Is Militarizing Russian Society 2021-12-21T05:00:00Z The anniversary of Nazi Germany’s defeat, which Russia calls Victory Day, is the country’s most significant secular holiday. commemorating the Red Army’s military feats and the vast suffering of civilians. Putin tells Red Square parade that Nazi ideas persist 2021-05-09T04:00:00Z Aliyev on Wednesday declared a new national holiday, dubbed Victory Day, to mark the day when the truce entered force. Azerbaijan discloses Nagorno-Karabakh conflict troop toll 2020-12-03T05:00:00Z In 2014, China set Sept. 3 as a newly formalized historical day to annually mark the Victory Day of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression. 5 things to know about Japan’s World War II surrender 2020-09-01T04:00:00Z Victory Day, which is celebrated on May 9, is the nation’s most important secular holiday. Putin unveils monument to fallen Red Army WWII soldiers 2020-06-30T04:00:00Z The parade, the largest of several celebrations taking place nationwide, was originally scheduled for May 9, a joyous annual holiday known as Victory Day, but was delayed for six weeks by the coronavirus pandemic. Hit Hard by Coronavirus, Russia Holds a Mostly Mask-Free Victory Parade 2020-06-24T04:00:00Z Ahead of Victory Day, Russia reopened gyms, restaurants, cafes, shops and hair salons, although mass events such as concerts are still banned. Russia holds Victory Day military parade and, for a day, forgets the grinding pandemic 2020-06-24T04:00:00Z Veterans in their nineties joined President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday for a giant 75th anniversary Victory Day parade as if facemasks and social distancing were never invented. Parade defies pandemic as Putin stages power bid 2020-06-24T04:00:00Z The parade is usually held May 9 on Victory Day, Russia’s most important secular holiday, but was postponed until Wednesday due to the pandemic. Putin hails Nazi defeat in virus-delayed Red Square parade 2020-06-24T04:00:00Z Russia will on Wednesday celebrate its biggest public holiday, Victory Day, with a military parade that was meant to be held on 9 May. Russia holds WW2 victory parade in virus shadow 2020-06-23T04:00:00Z Russia is holding its postponed Victory Day military parade on Wednesday despite steadily rising coronavirus infections, as Vladimir Putin seeks a popularity boost in the run-up to a referendum on extending his time in office. Putin ploughs ahead with Victory Day parade despite coronavirus threat 2020-06-23T04:00:00Z “And even more importantly, Victory Day serves as a positive symbol of people’s unification, economic mobilization, strong leadership and consolidation - the things that Putin wants to claim credit for.” Putin uses World War II parade to boost support before vote 2020-06-23T04:00:00Z The Victory Day parade normally is held on May 9, the nation’s most important secular holiday. Putin uses World War II parade to boost support before vote 2020-06-22T04:00:00Z Victory Day, marking the Nazi defeat in World War II, is Russia’s most important secular holiday, celebrated on May 9. Putin meets with World War II veterans, visits church 2020-06-22T04:00:00Z Lukashenko refused to impose a lockdown, claimed that drinking vodka would keep the virus at bay and went ahead with a 9 May Victory Day parade involving thousands of soldiers and elderly war veterans. 'Slipper revolution': Lukashenko's reign under pressure in Belarus 2020-06-16T04:00:00Z He noted that the new date matched the “legendary, historic” Victory Day parade of 1945. Russia to hold Victory Day parade on 24 June, says Vladimir Putin 2020-05-26T04:00:00Z Even with most of Russia in its sixth week of strict stay-at-home orders, not all efforts to commemorate Victory Day were scrapped. Putin’s speech at Victory Day events subdued by the coronavirus 2020-05-09T04:00:00Z “And even more importantly, Victory Day serves as a positive symbol of people’s unification, economic mobilization, strong leadership and consolidation — the things that Putin wants to claim credit for.” Putin uses World War II parade to boost support before vote 2020-06-22T04:00:00Z Russia held a stripped-down Victory Day celebration Saturday as its coronavirus cases spiral, making it the fifth highest-infected country in the world. Russia records muted V-Day celebrations as coronavirus cases continue to spiral 2020-05-09T04:00:00Z The coronavirus outbreak transformed Russia’s 9 May Victory Day celebrations, a holiday usually marked by family gatherings, memorials and an elaborate military parade on Red Square. Victory Day: Belarus swaggers on parade as Russians leave Red Square deserted 2020-05-09T04:00:00Z On Saturday, he called observing Victory Day a “sacred action.” Belarus holds Victory Day parade, disregarding coronavirus 2020-05-09T04:00:00Z Last month President Putin cancelled the huge Victory Day parade that sees columns of soldiers, veterans, historical Red Army vehicles, and modern military hardware parade through Moscow's Red Square. Russia marks Victory Day with subdued celebrations 2020-05-09T04:00:00Z The defeat of the Nazis, which Russia marks on May 9 as Victory Day, is the nation’s most important holiday, lavishly celebrated across the country with annual military parades, fireworks and other festivities. Russian volunteers search for fallen World War II soldiers 2020-05-09T04:00:00Z Efremova remembers the joyous moment to this day and says that marking the 75th anniversary of Victory Day is important to Russian veterans. ‘Fear kills:’ WWII vets recall war, reject panic over virus 2020-05-09T04:00:00Z With coronavirus infections rising, President Vladimir Putin last month postponed the highlight of Victory Day celebrations, a massive parade on Red Square that showcases Moscow’s most sophisticated military hardware, to an unspecified date. Coronavirus forces Russia to hold slimmed down Victory Day in blow to Putin 2020-05-09T04:00:00Z For Brok-Beltsova, Victory Day carries the same message of glory, triumph and grief as it always has. This woman flew Soviet combat missions in WWII. She is the last one left. 2020-05-07T04:00:00Z So, as in Russia, Victory Day is a deeply patriotic occasion for many citizens. Victory parade defies pandemic and upstages Putin 2020-05-08T04:00:00Z In France, where Victory Day is a public holiday, a strict lockdown prompted a somber commemoration. Virus restrictions reimposed amid patchwork re-openings 2020-05-08T04:00:00Z A similar celebration, known as Victory Day, is held on 9 May in several former Soviet countries including Russia, Ukraine and Belarus. Europe marks VE Day under coronavirus lockdown 2020-05-08T04:00:00Z Stalin is shown on a banner at the Victory Day parade of 1945, the very moment the military church celebrates. Military church scraps plan for Putin mosaic 2020-05-01T04:00:00Z On Saturday, Russians will mark Victory Day, marking the defeat of the Nazis in 1945. This woman flew Soviet combat missions in WWII. She is the last one left. 2020-05-07T04:00:00Z Russia has quarantined thousands of soldiers who took part in rehearsals for a Victory Day parade that appeared to flout physical distancing guidelines brought in to stem the country’s coronavirus outbreak. Russia quarantines thousands of soldiers after parade rehearsals 2020-04-20T04:00:00Z Russia is holding rehearsals for its Victory Day parade, scheduled for 9 May despite the coronavirus crisis, as the Kremlin resists cancelling a patriotic holiday with major political significance. Russia defies calls to halt Victory Day parade rehearsals 2020-04-06T04:00:00Z Russia has resisted calls to cancel its Victory Day parade in early May, and has been continuing rehearsals with 15,000 soldiers, despite the coronavirus pandemic. US briefing: 'Pearl Harbor moment' approaching, as UK PM taken to hospital 2020-04-06T04:00:00Z May would see a giant military parade, marking the 75th anniversary of Victory Day. No Russia lockdown as Putin puts on show of calm 2020-03-21T04:00:00Z Iran marks “Islamic Revolution’s Victory Day” on Feb. 11 as a national holiday when the mullahs order state-sponsored demonstrations in every Iranian city. Amb. Richard Grenell criticizes Germany for planned celebration of Iran's terror regime 2020-02-06T05:00:00Z Last week, the defence ministry confirmed that dozens of cadets and instructors from the Nakhimov naval academy, which sends a delegation to march in the Victory Day parade, had been infected with coronavirus. Russia quarantines thousands of soldiers after parade rehearsals 2020-04-20T04:00:00Z Victory Day is the most important public event remaining in Russia’s calendar. Russia defies calls to halt Victory Day parade rehearsals 2020-04-06T04:00:00Z Ernst also reimagined the annual Victory Day parade, a celebration of the defeat of Nazi Germany, putting cameras in the cockpits of bomber planes, to create shots reminiscent of “Top Gun.” The Kremlin’s Creative Director 2019-12-09T05:00:00Z He received a fine and sentence, but both were waived under an amnesty to mark Victory Day. The shady world of Russian data theft 2019-05-26T04:00:00Z By the measure of the past decade, this year’s celebration of Victory Day in Moscow, on May 9th, was subdued. Putin and Trump’s Ominous Nostalgia for the Second World War 2019-05-10T04:00:00Z On Thursday, as demonstrations were planned on the country’s May 9 Victory Day holiday, several major local and international news publications were blocked, and citizens reported that access to Facebook was restricted. A Man in Kazakhstan Held Up a Blank Sign to See if He’d Be Detained. He Was. 2019-05-09T04:00:00Z Mr. Putin made no direct mention of any other country during his Victory Day address. Vladimir Putin vows Russian military will grow at Victory Day parade 2019-05-09T04:00:00Z If any pictures of tanks running along Chang'an Avenue are visible in image searches, they are only from Victory Day parades. Leica video sparks China backlash 2019-04-19T04:00:00Z “Perhaps one in Washington by the end of this year, followed by Trump attending the Victory Day parade in Moscow in 2020,” he said, referring to Russia’s annual grandiose military parade. Russia reacts with glee to the end of the Mueller investigation 2019-03-25T04:00:00Z Victory Day is undoubtedly Russia’s most important, most grandly celebrated, and most political holiday. Putin and Trump’s Ominous Nostalgia for the Second World War 2019-05-10T04:00:00Z That bank holiday being la Fête de la Victoire’ – Victory Day – to celebrate the end of the second world war. Brexit extension talks run on as France and Belgium push for 7 May deadline - Politics live 2019-03-21T04:00:00Z Monday was declared a national holiday, Victory Day, and a moment of silence was observed at noon. Baghdad’s Fortified Green Zone Opens to Public After 15 Years 2018-12-10T05:00:00Z Sensitive to these sentiments, Yeltsin responded that May by celebrating Victory Day with a military parade in Red Square, the first in eight years. The Undoing of Bill Clinton and Boris Yeltsin’s Friendship, and How It Changed Both of Their Countries 2018-09-05T04:00:00Z In two separate statements to commemorate the anniversaries of the Battle of Manzikert in 1071 and Victory Day, Erdogan said the unity of Turks against attacks targeting their political and economic independence would prevail. Erdogan says commitment of all Turks needed to combat attacks on... 2018-08-25T04:00:00Z After the Soviet Union collapsed, Russia stopped commemorating Victory Day with a military parade. Putin and Trump’s Ominous Nostalgia for the Second World War 2019-05-10T04:00:00Z Every few years, state residents debate changing the name of Victory Day or doing away with it entirely. Rhode Island alone celebrates Victory Day, debate lingers 2018-08-13T04:00:00Z Every few years, state residents debate changing the name of Victory Day or doing away with it entirely. Rhode Island alone celebrates Victory Day, debate lingers 2018-08-13T04:00:00Z The registration deadline falls on a state holiday in Rhode Island, Victory Day. Secretary of state reminds voters of registration deadline 2018-08-11T04:00:00Z The ship was due to arrive on Victory Day, which commemorates the surrender of Nazi Germany. Mother of all rivers: how the Volga links a divided Russia 2018-05-29T04:00:00Z On May 9, the morning after the announcement on the Iran deal, Mr. Netanyahu was in Moscow as guest of honor at Russia’s Victory Day, standing beside President Vladimir Putin. Opinion | It’s Benjamin Netanyahu’s World Now 2018-05-18T04:00:00Z The most recent effort to get rid of the holiday was in 2013, when state lawmakers considered a measure to allow business to designate state holidays like Victory Day as a floating holiday for employees. Rhode Island alone celebrates Victory Day, debate lingers 2018-08-13T04:00:00Z The most recent effort to get rid of the holiday was in 2013, when state lawmakers considered a measure to allow business to designate state holidays like Victory Day as a floating holiday for employees. Rhode Island alone celebrates Victory Day, debate lingers 2018-08-13T04:00:00Z When most veterans were still alive, Victory Day was widely loved as a time for family visits. A River of Pictures of the Dead From Russia’s Sacred War 2018-05-10T04:00:00Z The streets were empty in Volgograd the morning of the Victory Day parade. Mother of all rivers: how the Volga links a divided Russia 2018-05-29T04:00:00Z The day before the Victory Day game, Germany’s under-18 national team played Russia in Volgograd in another game heavy with symbolism. Russia marks wartime victory at World Cup stadium 2018-05-09T04:00:00Z Much of the former Soviet Union commemorates May 9 as Victory Day to mark the Red Army’s 1945 seizure of Berlin. Ukrainian nationalists pour foul fluid on Russian official 2018-05-09T04:00:00Z Around 27 million Soviet soldiers and citizens died in the second world war, and the annual Victory Day event is one of the country’s biggest public holidays. Russia shows off new missiles and jets in Victory Day parade 2018-05-09T04:00:00Z Russia's big Victory Day parade on Wednesday will feature a remote-controlled tank and other new weapons systems combat-tested in Syria. Russia to showcase robot tank in parade 2018-05-07T04:00:00Z Soviet and Russian flags and songs lit up downtown streets Sunday afternoon for the third annual Victory Day in Seattle celebration. Celebrants take to streets to remember Victory Day 2018-05-06T04:00:00Z There is no way Russia will end the massive military parades, signifying Victory Day over the Nazis, under the current government. Russia’s reform will have to wait for Vladimir Putin’s exit 2017-12-07T05:00:00Z In May, Russian leaders organized a large military parade through Red Square to mark Victory Day, the anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany. Trump Envisions a Parade Showing Off American Military Might 2017-09-18T04:00:00Z The date is a public holiday in North Korea and celebrated as Victory Day. US detects signs of new North Korea missile test, official says 2017-07-25T04:00:00Z North Korea marks “Victory Day” annually on July 27, when it celebrates the 1953 Korean War armistice as a military triumph in elaborate ceremonies. State Department: U.S. to block Americans from traveling to North Korea 2017-07-21T04:00:00Z Victory Day marks the surrender of Nazi Germany to Allied forces. Celebrants take to streets to remember Victory Day 2018-05-06T04:00:00Z Speaking in Kiev, Petro O. Poroshenko, the Ukrainian president, noted that this would be the last year Ukraine celebrated Victory Day in tandem with Russia. Putin proves a lonely host for Russia’s latest ‘Victory Day’ celebration 2017-05-09T04:00:00Z The giant, annual Victory Day parade is under way, for the first time including missiles adapted for Arctic warfare. Vladimir Putin praises military at WW2 victory parade - BBC News 2017-05-09T04:00:00Z Victory Day is Russia’s most important secular holiday, commemorating the Red Army’s determination and losses in World War II. Russia’s Victory Day parade marred by thick clouds 2017-05-09T04:00:00Z Soviet leaders also used Victory Day to justify communist rule. Putin uses the Soviet defeat of Hitler to show why Russia needs him today 2017-05-07T04:00:00Z At least until the May 9 Victory Day holiday, they will. A film about a slain Putin critic gets a screening — just off Red Square 2017-03-10T05:00:00Z In recent months, he had accompanied the Russian president to a theater performance and a World War II Victory Day parade in Moscow. Edward Snowden’s Long, Strange Journey to Hollywood 2016-08-30T04:00:00Z Ms. Bokova is Russia’s preferred candidate and attended the Kremlin’s Victory Day Parade in Moscow last year, which most Western leaders boycotted after the invasion of Ukraine. Who Will Run the U.N.? 2016-09-18T04:00:00Z "Turkey is determined to take steps to guarantee its citizens' security at home and in neighboring countries," President Tayyip Erdogan said in a message on the eve of Tuesday's national Victory Day holiday. Turkish forces deepen push into Syria, draw U.S. rebuke over their target 2016-08-28T04:00:00Z He said that Victory Day celebrations are a major part of his calendar. In tense confrontation with Russia, a battle over history suggests Cold War never ended 2016-06-30T04:00:00Z In Russia, May 9 is Victory Day, which commemorates the surrender of Nazi Germany to the Allies in World War II. On this day, Russians remember the millions who lost their lives in that war. 6 Countries Around the World With Their Own Memorial Day 2016-05-27T04:00:00Z “Every grandson carries a portrait of his grandfather on Victory Day,” he said. Molotov Coattails 2016-05-14T04:00:00Z It was no accident that the concert took place just before Victory Day, the Russian holiday marking the end of the second world war. The withdrawal that wasn’t 2016-05-12T04:00:00Z It followed Russia's annual Victory Day parade, which marks the anniversary of the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in World War Two. Immortal Regiment: Thousands march to remember WW2 relatives - BBC News 2016-05-09T04:00:00Z The display was part of the larger Victory Day celebrated May 9 every year, commemorating the Soviet Union and Russia's victory in the Great Patriotic War – World War II. Cease-Fire Over, Open War Resumes in Aleppo, Syria 2016-05-09T04:00:00Z Monday is also Victory Day in Russia, commemorating the Soviet Union’s triumph over Nazi Germany in 1945; a giant military parade in Moscow celebrates the occasion. On Europe Day, Is There Anything to Celebrate? 2016-05-09T04:00:00Z Authorities are preparing Red Square for today’s Victory Day Parade, and the mausoleum will open again on 18 May, with Lenin looking as sprightly as ever. Lenin Lab: the team keeping the first Soviet leader embalmed 2016-05-09T04:00:00Z The FSB said both attacks were planned for the May holidays, which culminate with Victory Day on Monday. Russia reports arrest of group planning attack in Siberia 2016-05-06T04:00:00Z The Communist Party branch in Novosibirsk said it put up dozens of the billboards ahead of Victory Day to honor Stalin as commander in chief of the Soviet forces that defeated the Nazis. Billboards honoring Soviet dictator Josef Stalin have appeared across Russia's third-largest city ahead of Monday's celebration of victory over Nazi Germany in World War II 2016-05-05T04:00:00Z "Terrorism has become a global threat," Putin said in Victory Day remarks Monday. Cease-Fire Over, Open War Resumes in Aleppo, Syria 2016-05-09T04:00:00Z Meanwhile, Russia's Victory Day military show in Moscow on 9 May will feature aircraft used in the Syria campaign, Russia's RBK news website reports. Russian conductor Valery Gergiev to hold Palmyra concert - BBC News 2016-05-05T04:00:00Z Russian soldiers rehearse ahead of a Victory Day military parade in St. Petersburg, Russia, on April 11. Russian Troops Increase at European Border 2016-05-04T04:00:00Z This does indeed point to Victory Day, an annual holiday commemorating the capitulation of Nazi Germany to the Soviet Union in World War Two - known in Russia as the Great Patriotic War. The mystery veteran who won the internet's heart - BBC News 2016-04-13T04:00:00Z The flash drive includes videos and messages pertaining to the 70th anniversary of Russia’s Victory Day last year. Spacewalkers collect experiments, toss flash drive overboard 2016-02-03T05:00:00Z The videos and messages pertain to the 70th anniversary of Russia's Victory Day last year. Two Russians are taking a spacewalk to install fresh experiments outside the International Space Station and gather old ones 2016-02-03T05:00:00Z But the “Victory Day” holiday, which began last year, is different, with displays of advanced weaponry taking precedence over the usual emphasis on political and economic achievements. Beijing’s Martial Display 2015-09-03T04:00:00Z You've heard the he serious side of China's Victory Day parade marking military victory over Japanese forces in World War 2. Millions moan that there's only one topic on Chinese TV - BBC News 2015-09-03T04:00:00Z Officers commonly wear military outfits to the Victory Day parades, but it is not unusual for those who were more junior in rank to wear informal attire. The mystery veteran who won the internet's heart - BBC News 2016-04-13T04:00:00Z On Victory Day last year, the same leaders did much the same thing, this time visiting a museum in Beijing commemorating the war. Parade’s end 2015-09-03T04:00:00Z BEIJING—One glaring omission in China’s World War II Victory Day parade will be the price tag for all the weaponry sweeping through Beijing’s Tiananmen Square. Missing From Beijing’s WWII Victory Parade: Price Tag 2015-09-02T04:00:00Z Thirty countries will send senior leaders to China’s World War II Victory Day parade, Beijing said, but the guest list doesn’t include major Western leaders or North Korean supremo Kim Jong Un. China Reveals Guest List for Big Military Parade 2015-08-25T04:00:00Z The Chinese capital will go into virtual lockdown on 3 September for Victory Day commemorations timed to coincide with the 70th anniversary of Japan’s surrender in 1945. 'Old-school tub-thumping': Chinese troops prepare for second world war parade 2015-08-21T04:00:00Z Western leaders humiliated Mr. Putin when a majority of them boycotted Moscow’s Victory Day parade in May over the Russian president’s aggression in Ukraine. China’s World War II parade: No-shows likely amid rising tensions with West, neighbors 2015-08-02T04:00:00Z China established Sept. 3 as its Victory Day last year as part of a campaign to highlight Japanese war atrocities. RSVP Angst: Who Will Attend China’s World War II Parade? 2015-07-29T04:00:00Z The day known as "Victory Day" in the North brought a festive atmosphere to the capital, including a fireworks display. Image of Asia: A dance on Korean War anniversary 2015-07-27T04:00:00Z And the crowd laying flowers by it on Victory Day - when Russians everywhere celebrate the Nazi defeat in 1945. The Estonian city that loves Putin - BBC News 2015-06-24T04:00:00Z Last month, the Armata starred in the Victory Day parade on Red Square, becoming an emblem of the country’s resurgent military power. Russia Steps Up Military Modernization – But at What Cost? 2015-06-12T04:00:00Z Last month, the Armata starred in the Victory Day parade on Red Square, becoming an emblem of the country's resurgent military power. Russia steps up military modernization _ but at what cost? 2015-06-12T04:00:00Z He points to this year's massive Victory Day events as the Kremlin's message to ungrateful neighbors that they owe their peace and prosperity to the wartime deaths of more than 20 million Soviet citizens. Putin, once critical of Stalin, now embraces Soviet dictator's tactics 2015-06-11T04:00:00Z The Victory Day is Russia's most important secular holiday, reflecting its enormous losses and suffering in the war. Children in southern Russia put on WWII Victory Day parade 2015-05-14T04:00:00Z Earlier this month Kim was slated to join Russia’s Victory Day celebrations in what would have been his first overseas trip but, as many analysts had predicted, the visit was cancelled. Purges and political manoeuvres: how volatile is Kim Jong-un? 2015-05-13T04:00:00Z The United States and most European countries boycotted Russia's Victory Day parade Saturday in protest of Putin's annexation of Crimea last year. Kerry, Putin tackle U.S.-Russia policy strains in marathon Sochi talks 2015-05-12T04:00:00Z For decades, I called or visited on May 9 and said, “Happy Victory Day,” and grandmother would have said, “This is the one holiday no one can doubt and everyone can agree on.” Putin’s Victory Day, Not My Grandmother’s 2015-05-10T04:00:00Z Ordinary Russians mark the Victory Day anniversary far away from the rumbling tanks in Red Square with solemn visits to cemeteries to lay flowers on the graves of family members. One thing is missing from Russia’s WWII remembrance — the Allies 2015-05-09T04:00:00Z Victory Day is Russia’s most important secular holiday, both commemorating the Soviet Union’s huge suffering in the war and highlighting Russia’s portrayal of itself as a force for peace and security. Russian Military Parade Marks 70th Anniversary of Victory Over Nazis 2015-05-09T04:00:00Z On Saturday, Russia marks Victory Day with a military parade broadcast by the major TV networks, a ceremonial reception at the Kremlin, patriotic speeches, fireworks, and events across the country. Victory Day in Moscow 2015-05-09T04:00:00Z Victory Day is Russia's most important secular holiday, both commemorating the Soviet Union's huge suffering in the war and highlighting Russia's portrayal of itself as a force for peace and security. Putin takes swipe at US in Victory Day speech 2015-05-09T04:00:00Z In the nineteen-nineties, Victory Day briefly began a holiday my grandparents could fully enjoy. Putin’s Victory Day, Not My Grandmother’s 2015-05-10T04:00:00Z The Soviet Union’s Victory Day, May 9, was the one Soviet holiday that belonged to everyone, even to people like my parents and grandparents who quietly hated the Soviet regime. Putin's Russia Has To Deal With the Legacy of World War II 2015-05-09T04:00:00Z In Russia, Victory Day - or V Day - is marked on 9 May, not 8 May as in the rest of Europe. What is V Day in Russia? - BBC News 2015-05-08T04:00:00Z Russia is celebrating the 70th anniversary of Victory Day on Saturday. AP PHOTOS: Remains of Soviet soldiers recovered and buried 2015-05-08T04:00:00Z Russia is gripped by memories of World War Two on the eve of Victory Day, marking 70 years since Soviet forces and their Western allies defeated Nazi Germany. Russia awash with symbols of WW2 victory - BBC News 2015-05-08T04:00:00Z This year, Moscow schoolchildren were required to wear it to school on the Friday before Victory Day. Putin’s Victory Day, Not My Grandmother’s 2015-05-10T04:00:00Z Russian military planes fly over Moscow during a general rehearsal for the Victory Day military parade which will take place at the Red Square on May 9. 70th Anniversary Of World War II Marked By Facism In Russia 2015-05-07T04:00:00Z Vladimir Medinsky, the culture minister, said in a speech to commemorate Victory Day that trying to discuss such interpretations of history was like “arguing with crazy people.” A Parade Hailing Russia’s World War II Dead and Marching Further From the West 2015-05-07T04:00:00Z Russian prisoners at three jails in and around St Petersburg are seen marching to mark Victory Day, when World War Two in Europe ended. Russia prison inmates march for VE Day - BBC News 2015-05-07T04:00:00Z One portrait shows the Soviet wartime leader offering Victory Day greetings from huge billboards in the southern town of Mineralnye Vody. Russia awash with symbols of WW2 victory - BBC News 2015-05-08T04:00:00Z This Victory Day, Putin was snubbed by the Western powers, whose leaders declined his invitation to greet the biggest military parade yet in Red Square. Putin’s Victory Day, Not My Grandmother’s 2015-05-10T04:00:00Z State pageantry is an important tool for fascist regimes, and Moscow’s May 9 Victory Day parade, which Putin calls Russia’s “biggest holiday,” promises not to disappoint. 70th Anniversary Of World War II Marked By Facism In Russia 2015-05-07T04:00:00Z Russian historians argue about Victory Day, with some maintaining that the Soviet Union resurrected the holiday in 1965 to try to gloss over the fact that Communism was stagnating with no clear future vision. A Parade Hailing Russia’s World War II Dead and Marching Further From the West 2015-05-07T04:00:00Z Symbols of the Soviet triumph in World War II are impossible to escape in Russia in the run-up to the 70th anniversary of Victory Day on Saturday. V-Day in Russia evokes national pride at difficult time 2015-05-07T04:00:00Z Inmates at a St Petersburg prison were made to line up and form lines spelling Victory Day messages seen from the air. Russia awash with symbols of WW2 victory - BBC News 2015-05-08T04:00:00Z Kim Jong Un will not be traveling to Moscow on Saturday for Russia’s Victory Day celebrations marking the end of World War II in Europe. North Korea might be courting Russia, but China still looms larger 2015-05-04T04:00:00Z Moscow time, which is why, for the last 70 years, that the Russians have celebrated Victory Day on May 9th. Kremlinology 2015: Who And What To Expect At Vladimir Putin's WWII Victory Day Celebration 2015-04-30T04:00:00Z Even Alexander Lukashenko, the dictatorial president of Belarus, decided to celebrate Victory Day separately. Great patriotic war, again 2015-04-30T04:00:00Z The Victory Day celebrations are a perfect vehicle for uniting Russians around a sense of national purpose. V-Day in Russia evokes national pride at difficult time 2015-05-07T04:00:00Z But many will stay away from the 9 May Victory Day parade amid criticism over the country's actions in eastern Ukraine. North Korean leader 'will not attend Russia WW2 events' - BBC News 2015-04-30T04:00:00Z Today, there are still some people in the world who don’t understand why Victory Day became Russia’s main holiday. KONSTANTIN KOSACHEV: Russia and the U.S. 70 years after Allied victory in WWII 2015-04-26T04:00:00Z Putin also touched on the Western boycott planned for Moscow's Victory Day celebrations at Red Square to mark the 70th anniversary of the Allied defeat of Nazi Germany. Putin accuses U.S. of isolating Russia, treating it as 'vassal' state 2015-04-16T04:00:00Z The uproar, in a country once dominated by the Soviet Union, stems from Zeman's plans to attend a May 9 Victory Day parade in Moscow. Czech president breaks with allies over Russia parade, blasts U.S. envoy 2015-04-07T04:00:00Z What touches her on Victory Day is when she and her family and friends reminisce about those who died and those who survived. V-Day in Russia evokes national pride at difficult time 2015-05-07T04:00:00Z Tsipras is already reportedly scheduled to visit Moscow in May for the annual Victory Day parade, which marks the capitulation of the Nazis to the Red Army. Tsipras Praises ‘Brotherly Relations’ Between Russia and Greece 2015-03-31T04:00:00Z To them, Victory Day exists outside politics and ideology. KONSTANTIN KOSACHEV: Russia and the U.S. 70 years after Allied victory in WWII 2015-04-26T04:00:00Z When he listed the achievements of the past year, he praised the creation of a holiday dedicated to the Second World War: “Victory Day of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression.” Rise of the Red Prince 2015-03-30T04:00:00Z "It is perfectly possible that after celebrating Victory Day in May with a special edition, we will stop our print edition," said Muratov. Under Pressure From State Media, Russian Liberal Paper May Go Out of Print 2015-03-13T04:00:00Z The Victory Day parade to mark the Soviets' defeat of the Nazis will be held in Moscow's Red Square on 9 May, two days after the UK general election. PM rejects Russian parade invitation 2015-03-12T04:00:00Z Mr. Malashenko also warned, however, of what he called the “dangers” of the Russian government’s policy of making Victory Day a major holiday. Russia, Poland battle over World War II Victory Day celebrations conflict 2015-02-08T05:00:00Z Think some combination of Trooping of the Colour in London, the Inauguration Day parade in Washington and/or the Victory Day parade in Moscow — with Indian touches, of course. Five Questions (and Answers) About Obama’s Trip to India Another announced that an underpass would be built in time for Victory Day. Readers abandon 'good news' website 2014-12-04T05:00:00Z Then there was Victory Day in 2012, when Russia celebrates the defeat of the Nazis. Once Celebrated in Russia, Programmer Pavel Durov Chooses Exile 2014-12-02T05:00:00Z From now on, Sept. 3 will be marked annually in China as the Victory Day of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression. China's top leaders remember victory over Japan 2014-09-03T04:00:00Z He also said the Kremlin’s invitation for North Korean leader Kim Jong-un to attend the Victory Day parade in Moscow is “a disgrace” that would “discredit” the holiday. Russia, Poland battle over World War II Victory Day celebrations conflict 2015-02-08T05:00:00Z Supporters of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, the founder of modern Turkey, gather in front of his mausoleum in Ankara during celebrations of Victory Day. Day in pictures: 26 August 2014 2014-08-26T04:00:00Z A celebration of Victory Day in Donetsk featured portraits of Stalin. Into battle 2014-05-15T04:00:00Z At the Kremlin’s initiative, the ribbon was distributed throughout Russia and much of the former Soviet Union on 9 May 2005 – the 60th anniversary of Victory Day. Poppies Vs. Ribbons: The War Of Symbols Between Ukraine And Russia 2014-05-14T04:00:00Z The main eastern city of Donetsk was calm as a handful of veterans gathered to commemorate Victory Day, carrying former regiment flags and playing old patriotic songs. Russia displays its might amid Ukrainian crisis 2014-05-09T04:00:00Z “For Russians, Victory Day is the main state public holiday of the year,” said Alexei Malashenko, an analyst at the Carnegie Moscow Centre. Russia, Poland battle over World War II Victory Day celebrations conflict 2015-02-08T05:00:00Z On Friday morning, Putin presided over the Victory Day military parade through Red Square, which included divisions from Crimea. Vladimir Putin's Victory Day in Crimea 2014-05-09T04:00:00Z While at the Victory Day ceremonies, Mr. Rogozin said Russia would not allow Transnistria to be isolated, which some read as provocation enough. Russia Vows ‘Harsh’ Response to Airspace Snub and to a Raid of a Delegates’ Jet 2014-05-13T03:16:58Z The ribbon was prominent in this year’s May Day and Victory Day celebrations in Moscow, while Russian politicians wore it in the Duma when Russia annexed Crimea in early March. Poppies Vs. Ribbons: The War Of Symbols Between Ukraine And Russia 2014-05-14T04:00:00Z For the May 9 Victory Day celebrations, Moscow was festooned with giant red stars, the symbol of the army and the entire World War II victory, just as it was in Soviet times. Russia Revisits Its History to Nail Down Its Future 2014-05-12T01:07:17Z The fighting began when Ukrainian forces tried to retake a police precinct seized by separatists, interrupting the city's Victory Day parade celebrating the defeat of Nazi Germany. Eastern Ukrainians Vote on Independence 2014-05-11T19:59:55Z Putin’s Victory Day visit is meant to underline the historical connection. Vladimir Putin's Victory Day in Crimea 2014-05-09T04:00:00Z Earlier in the day, he had presided over the biggest Victory Day parade in Moscow for years. Putin marks Victory in Crimea as Ukraine violence flares 2014-05-10T06:46:39Z May 9 is known in Russia as Victory Day. Putin Visits Crimea for First Time Since Annexation 2014-05-09T13:41:05Z The mayor of Kiev, Vladimir Bondarenko, at a Victory Day commemoration, told reporters that the fire appeared to have been caused by a short circuit and not by sabotage, the Interfax-Ukraine news agency reported. Fire Temporarily Knocks Out Broadcast Service in Kiev 2014-05-09T08:53:50Z Victory Day is Russia’s most important secular holiday and a key element of the national identity, reflecting the nation’s enormous suffering and honoring millions of victims of World War II. Russia Marks Victory Day With Massive Parade 2014-05-09T06:49:12Z For that reason, the annual celebration of Victory Day is unavoidably political: the defeat of Fascism, nearly seventy years ago, provides an unassailable justification for whatever the Russian state does today. Vladimir Putin's Victory Day in Crimea 2014-05-09T04:00:00Z "Sixty-nine years ago, we, together with Russia, fought against fascism and won," he said after a Victory Day church service in the capital. Putin marks Victory in Crimea as Ukraine violence flares 2014-05-10T06:46:39Z Russia is poised to hold its annual Victory Day parade in Moscow's Red Square amid a surge of patriotism kindled by its annexation of Crimea. Russia holds war parades amid crisis 2014-05-09T02:06:21Z Russia is marking the Soviet victory over the Nazis in World War Two with its annual Victory Day parade in Red Square. Ukraine crisis boosts Russian patriotism 2014-05-09T01:30:21Z The headquarters seethed with activity this week, ahead of Victory Day. In Odessa, Home-Grown Combatants Keep Pro-Russia Forces in Check 2014-05-08T17:27:43Z Many old grievances—such as the fact that some western Ukrainians supported the Nazis—will be aired once again during the Victory Day celebrations. Vladimir Putin's Victory Day in Crimea 2014-05-09T04:00:00Z Two days before the vote, Friday May 9, is the annual Victory Day holiday celebrating the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany. Both sides bury dead as Ukraine slides towards war 2014-05-07T00:20:49Z Russian soldiers march during a rehearsal of the Victory Day Parade in Moscow late on 5 May. Day in pictures: 6 May 2014 2014-05-06T11:52:38Z This year's Victory Day parades and celebrations are likely to strengthen that sentiment. Ukraine crisis boosts Russian patriotism 2014-05-09T01:30:21Z Chinese lawmakers on Thursday approved 3 September as Victory Day and 13 December as a memorial day for Nanjing, Chinese state media said. Japan: China holiday 'internal' move 2014-02-28T06:35:08Z The memory of the war, with Victory Day as its triumphant and unchanging centerpiece, became the basis for an official mythology that heralded a new type of “Soviet man.” Vladimir Putin's Victory Day in Crimea 2014-05-09T04:00:00Z According to the draft laws now before the National People's Congress, 3 September would be "Victory Day of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression", the official Xinhua news agency said. China mulls holiday for Japan defeat 2014-02-25T16:26:54Z The war ended in an armistice and not a peace treaty, but North Korea marks the date as Victory Day and parades are expected. In pictures: North Korean mass games 2013-07-23T06:39:47Z In addition, North Koreans are busily preparing for the July 27 revels surrounding the 60th anniversary of “Victory Day,” as the regime insists on calling the stalemated end of the Korean War. Visit North Korea! 2013-06-13T08:45:00Z In the centre of Yaroslavl, preparations are under way for the Victory Day parade. Valentina Tereshkova: The Greta Garbo of space 2013-06-08T00:01:26Z It is not exactly religious, but there is something almost holy, and certainly quite solemn, in the way the country marks Victory Day. Vladimir Putin's Victory Day in Crimea 2014-05-09T04:00:00Z VICTORY: Sri Lankan soldiers fired a 21-gun salute at rehearsal Friday for a Victory Day parade in Colombo. Photos of the Day: May 17 2013-05-17T19:25:48Z The body was discovered on Friday after Victory Day celebrations in Volgograd, formerly Stalingrad, which are held annually to mark the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. Russia arrests for 'anti-gay' murder 2013-05-13T12:00:03Z She said she’ll never forget Victory Day, when people gathered outside the factory where her mother worked. The Russian babushka, 2011-style 2011-11-07T11:34:10Z Sri Lankan snipers march during the Victory Day parade in Colombo, as the island's military marks the second year of its victory over Tamil Tiger rebels. Day in pictures 2011-05-27T11:35:34Z “Victory Day was and is our common celebration,” he said. Russia Marks Patriotic Holiday, but Some Neighbors Balk 2011-05-09T20:03:53Z VICTORY: Sri Lankan soldiers fired a 21-gun salute at rehearsal Friday for a Victory Day parade in Colombo. Photos of the Day: May 17 2013-05-17T19:25:48Z A veteran of the Soviet Union's Great Patriotic War against Nazi Germany dances to celebrate Victory Day - the anniversary of the end of the war in 1945. Day in pictures 2011-05-09T11:02:55Z On Monday Russia will hold its annual Victory Day parade and celebrations to mark the defeat of Nazi Germany and Japan in 1945. Russian asks Obama for new home 2011-05-06T17:31:57Z The exhibit — titled “What Was War Like?” — will show until St. Petersburg, once more, marks the end of World War II in Europe, on May 9, Russia’s Victory Day. Letter from Europe: Splendor and Stasis in St. Petersburg 2011-04-22T10:50:04Z Moscow authorities seeded the clouds ahead of this year's celebrations of the 65th anniversary of Victory Day. AP Interview: Sochi to seed clouds at 2014 games 2010-06-10T18:06:00Z On Sunday, while rescue operations were suspended because of the danger of further explosions, the disaster was eclipsed by an elaborate celebration of Victory Day marking the end of World War II. Putin Suggests Human Error in Mine Disaster 2010-05-11T09:14:00Z Back from the Victory Day parade in Moscow, Chancellor Merkel moved fast to show that she remains fully in charge in these uncertain times. German change 2010-05-09T22:34:00Z Prime Minister — who, like virtually all the country’s leadership, was involved in grandiose celebrations of Victory Day —called the situation “very, very hard” and “tragic.” Siberian Mine Blast Kills 12 and Traps 80 2010-05-09T14:12:00Z Last year's Victory Day parade in Moscow was the largest since the fall of the Soviet Union, with 9,000 military personnel and 100 vehicles involved. British troops to march in Moscow's Red Square 2010-03-19T15:45:00Z For the first time in decades, Stalin's image may appear among the banners and posters that Moscow authorities put up for Victory Day, which will draw foreign leaders to Moscow as guests of the government. Liberals rap Kremlin as Stalin is worshipped 2010-03-05T10:33:00Z I recall that ever to be remembered day, November 11th, 1918—Victory Day. Women's Wild Oats Essays on the Re-fixing of Moral Standards |
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