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Articles with tag "Victory Day"
Old And New
In Photos: Pro-War Symbols Meet Soviet Imagery on Moscow's Streets
Soviet symbols and modern pro-war motifs have an increasing presence in Moscow as the war in Ukraine continues.
inventive activism
Anti-War Activists Stage ‘Guerrilla’ Protests on Victory Day
A headline on a pro-Kremlin news website was changed to “Vladimir Putin has became a pathetic dictator and paranoic.”
big day
Z-symbols, Fewer Tanks and No Guests: Russia Prepares to Mark Victory Day as Ukraine War Rages
There will be 129 military vehicles and about 10,000 personnel taking part in the military parade in Moscow on Monday.
historic date
Émigré Russians Look to Victory Day as Weathervane for Return
"I think Putin imagines the victory parade to be like 1945,” said one Russian who fled to Turkey in the wake of the invasion of Ukraine.
Shifting deadline
Russia Not Seeking to End Ukraine War by May 9 – Foreign Minister
Russia’s Victory Day will come against the backdrop of Moscow’s bloody military campaign in Ukraine.
'a feast in time of plague'
Moscow, St. Petersburg Rehearse WWII Parade as Ukraine War Rages
Russia marks 77 years since the Soviet defeat of Nazi Germany on May 9 with a landmark military parade on Red Square.
victory day
In Photos: Russia Marks 76 Years of WWII Victory With Red Square Parade
The landmark procession aimed to boost patriotic sentiment at home and project Russia's military might abroad amid historic tensions.
pointed message
Putin on WWII Victory Day Says Russia Will 'Firmly' Defend Its Interests
"Russia consistently defends international law. At the same time, we will firmly defend our national interests," Putin said in a speech on Red Square.
'little patriots'
Russian Kindergarteners to Stage ‘Baby’ WWII Victory Parade
The event, originally planned for May 9, has been postponed due to the local coronavirus situation, authorities said.
dress rehearsal
In Photos: Russian Military Rehearses for WWII Victory Parade
Thousands of troops and hundreds of military vehicles moved through central Moscow ahead of the landmark procession.
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military display
Russia to Display Advanced Armata Tanks at Red Square Parade
This year’s Victory Day parade marks the 76th anniversary of Nazi Germany’s defeat in World War II.
coronavirus scare
Serbian Defense Chief Tests Positive for Virus After Moscow Visit
He visited Serbian troops in Moscow last Tuesday and was scheduled to attend the Victory Day parade the next day.
v-day display
In Photos: Russia's Post-Coronavirus WWII Parade Marks 75 Years Since Soviet Victory
Postponed by the coronavirus, Russia's Victory Day parade showcased the country's military might.
watch from home
Kyrgyz President Sits Out Moscow WWII Parade After Staffers Test Positive for Virus
Two members of President Zheenbekov's delegation tested positive for Covid-19 upon arriving in Moscow.
victory day
Russia Stages Grand WWII Parade Ahead of Vote on Putin Reforms
The display aimed to stir up patriotic fervor ahead of a vote to reset Putin's presidential term-limit clock.
heavy traffic
Tanks Roll Through Moscow for Victory Day Rehearsal
Muscovites lined the streets to watch, but concerns still persist over the safety of holding such an event during a pandemic.
UNRELENTING CRISIS
Coronavirus Is Just Getting Started in Some Russian Regions. Their WWII Parades Are Going Ahead.
Meanwhile, 20 cities have canceled or delayed the June 24 parades because of the pandemic.
risk factor
Major Russian Cities Postpone Victory Day Parades Over Virus Fears
Moscow's massive military showcase is still set to go on as planned.
cautious celebrations
Russia Says Only ‘Coronavirus Immune’ Troops Will March at Victory Day Parade
Russia has also invited troops from 19 countries to march at the rescheduled Victory Day parade.
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