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Germany saw more politically motivated crimes in 2021

Germany’s top security official says the number of politically motivated crimes reported in the country last year rose 23% compared to the year before

The Independent UK

Editorial: Putin hollows out Russia's 'Victory Day'

The annual "Victory Day" holiday to mark the Soviet Union's role in defeating Nazi Germany took on opposite meanings in Russia and Ukraine.

Tribune News Service

France's Alstom announces €2.5 bn German train contract

Rail manufacturer Alstom announced Monday it has won an almost €2.5 billion contract to supply 130 regional trains in southwestern Germany and maintain them for 30 years.

Radio France Internationale

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Ukraine pushes back Russian troops in counter-offensive near Kharkiv

Ukraine said on Tuesday its forces had recaptured villages from Russian troops north and northeast of the city of Kharkiv, pressing a counter-offensive that could signal a shift in the war's momentum and jeopardise Russia's main advance.

Reuters

Full transcript: Russia President Vladimir Putin's Victory Day speech

Below is a full English-language transcript of Vladimir Putin's May 9 speech at a military parade in Moscow’s Red Square marking the anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II. For an analysis of his remarks, click here.

The Times of India

Defiant Putin defends invasion of Ukraine as US expedites military aid

KYIV, Ukraine — With international pressure mounting and his invasion of Ukraine failing to make significant advances, Russian President Vladimir Putin delivered a strident speech Monday at an annual military parade in Moscow, accusing the U.S. and the West of provoking the conflict and comparing it to the Soviet Union’s…

Los Angeles Times

Biden signs World War II-era “lend-lease” program that helped defeat Nazi Germany to aid Ukraine

Washington is seeking to portray a united front against Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

The Independent UK

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Cannabis Regulatory Update: Marijuana 'Soon' Legal In Germany, Mass. Weed Delivery Companies, And More

Marijuana Delivery Companies In Massachusetts Face Many Obstacles

Benzinga

Liverpool have had no contact from Bayern Munich despite Sadio Mane transfer links

Reports in Germany suggest Bayern Munich are ready to splash the cash in the summer, with a striker at the top of their wish list and Sadio Mane allegedly a target

Daily Mirror

A democratic and strategic dissonance in India-German ties

Whether the Prime Minsiter of India’s visit to Germany changed the perception about India’s stand on Ukraine assumes critical importance

The Hindu

Texas woman’s Goodwill find turns out to be 2,000-year-old Roman relic

A $34.99 marble bust from a thrift store likely belonged to Roman military leader – and it’s unknown how it ended up in Austin

The Guardian - US

AP PHOTOS: Russia marks victory over Nazi Germany in WWII

Shouts of “Hurrah!” echoed through Moscow's Red Square on Monday from thousands of troops and veterans as Russia celebrated Victory Day, marking the Soviet Union's defeat of Nazi Germany 77 years ago to end World War II in Europe.

The Independent UK

Mercedes-Benz To Start Selling Level 3 DRIVE PILOT In Germany

Mercedes will begin allowing consumers to order its Level 3 self-driving assistant starting May 17, in Germany. It will be available on the EQS and S-Class.

InsideEVs

Russia Victory Day parade in pictures as Vladimir Putin puts on show of strength

Putin tried to justify his invasion of Ukraine on an occasion that usually celebrates Nazi Germany’s defeat

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Los Angeles Times

Putin defends invasion of Ukraine during display of Russian might

Reuters

'We will win', defiant Zelenskiy tells Russia on World War Two anniversary

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday that Kyiv would defeat Russia's invasion and not give up a single piece of land, as he marked victory over Nazi Germany in World War Two.

The Independent UK

Serbs stage pro-Russia marches amid V-Day ceremonies

Pro-Russia marches have been staged in Serbia and the Serb-run entity in Bosnia — both traditional allies of Moscow in the Balkans — amid ceremonies to mark the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II

Reuters

Russian anthem played as Serbia, torn between EU and Moscow, marks WWII end

The Russian national anthem was played in Belgrade on Monday as hundreds of Serbians, including senior government officials, assembled for Victory Day, showing the political strain of a country long aligned with Moscow but now trying to join the EU.

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Daily Record

Putin claims West ‘was planning to invade Russia’ as he justifies conflict

Vladimir Putin, whose health is the subject of persistent rumours, gave a speech at the annual Victory Day parade, which marks the defeat of Nazi Germany

Daily Mirror

Victory Day parade coverage hacked with pro-Ukraine message humiliating Putin

Russians watching the coverage of Victory Day - an event celebrating the Soviet Union's defeat of Nazi Germany in WWII - were treated to an unexpectedly anti-war message

Reuters

Russian ambassador doused in red by anti-war protesters in Poland

The Russian ambassador to Poland was doused in a red substance on Monday by people protesting against the war in Ukraine as he went to lay flowers at the Soviet Military Cemetery in Warsaw to mark the 77th anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany.

The Independent UK

What is Victory Day? Vladimir Putin gives speech on Russia’s war on Ukraine at parade

‘Defending the Motherland when its fate is being decided has always been sacred,’ Putin said

Al Jazeera

Putin says Ukraine war was a response to an ‘unacceptable threat’

On the anniversary of victory over Nazi Germany in World War II, Putin offers no assessment of progress in war.

Daily Mirror

Vladimir Putin claims West 'was planning to invade Russia' as he justifies war

Vladimir Putin, whose health is the subject of persistent rumours, addressed the nation at the annual Victory Day parade, which marks the defeat of Nazi Germany

Asharq Al-Awsat

Iran Confirms Upcoming Visit of Qatar's Emir to Tehran

Qatar's Emir will visit Iran soon, Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson Saeed Khatibzadeh confirmed on Monday during a news conference. Reuters reported on Sunday that Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani will visit Iran, Germany, Britain and other European states starting this week on a trip expected to discuss efforts to…

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