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Articles with tag "Victory Day"
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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Russia in Talks With World Leaders to Attend June WWII Parade
The event's postponement due to the coronavirus was a blow to Putin.
ready or not
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.
close ranks
400 Russian Cadets Infected With Coronavirus After Moscow V-Day Rehearsals – Proekt
Rehearsals for the massive military parade were ongoing until April 16.
rain check
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.
taking to the skies
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.
army worship
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.
on hold
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.
risky celebration
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.
watch from home
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.
rain on my parade
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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