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Articles with tag "Victory Day"

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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Major Russian Cities Postpone Victory Day Parades Over Virus Fears

Moscow's massive military showcase is still set to go on as planned.
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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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Russia in Talks With World Leaders to Attend June WWII Parade

The event's postponement due to the coronavirus was a blow to Putin.
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Putin Orders June 24 Victory Day Parade as Russia Flattens Virus Curve

The new date coincides with the 1945 victory parade in Moscow, Putin said.
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400 Russian Cadets Infected With Coronavirus After Moscow V-Day Rehearsals – Proekt

Rehearsals for the massive military parade were ongoing until April 16.
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Russia Readies for Ghost Celebrations for 75th V-Day Amid Coronavirus

A look at how Russia will celebrate Victory Day in the time of a pandemic.
best laid plans

Coronavirus Deals 'Powerful Blow' to Putin's Grand May 9 Plans

What was supposed to be a triumphant spring for Putin has become a political letdown.
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In Photos: Military Planes Fly Over Moscow in V-Day Rehearsal

Fighter jets and bombers flew in formation over the Russian capital, surprising many residents with the noise.
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In Photos: Russia Unveils New Military Mega-Church

The cathedral will stand as a symbol of the close church-defense ties seen in modern-day Russia.
INFECTION WORRIES

Russia to Quarantine Troops Rehearsing for Postponed WWII Parade on Coronavirus Concerns

Dozens of cadets involved in preparations for the event tested positive for Covid-19.
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Putin Postpones 75th Victory Day Parade Over Coronavirus

Russian veterans' groups had urged Putin this week to postpone the event over the coronavirus risk to participants.
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Russian Veterans Urge Putin to Postpone WWII Parade Over Virus

Russia's massive parade with thousands of troops marching through Red Square is still set for May 9.
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Russia Braces for Veterans-Free Victory Day Due to Coronavirus – Reports

Event organizers warned of “the threat to the life and health of citizens” over the age of 65.
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Russia Considers Postponing Annual WWII Parade Amid Coronavirus – Reports

Officials are debating holding the Victory Day parade this fall or keeping it on May 9 but staging it without viewers.
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