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The Latest Breaking News from Victory Day

’Ukraine will respond in kind’, Zelenskyy says after Russia breaks Kyiv’s ceasefire

Ukraine will decide its course of action towards Russia’s Victory Day parade “depending on the situation tonight and tomorrow”, Zelenskyy said, sending a warning to Moscow that Kyiv will “will respond in kind” to Russian attacks.

Euronews

Russian soldiers rehearse Victory Day parade amid fears of Ukrainian attacks

Russian troops marched through central Moscow during a rehearsal for the upcoming Victory Day parade, which will take place without heavy military equipment.

Euronews

Fewer tanks, same tensions: Europe bristles at Putin’s Victory Day parade

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico will be in Russia for the country's annual military parade. Despite this year’s pared-back occasion – which many consider a propaganda exercise for Moscow’s military machine – the future of the exercise, and consequences for those that attend, remain unclear.

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Moscow shuts down airports and mobile signals as Victory Day parade looms

Kremlin tightens security before Russia’s biggest national celebration on 9 May amid fears of Ukrainian drone strikes

The Guardian - UK

Russia disrupts mobile internet as Kremlin scales back Victory Day parade

Russia has this year cracked down on the internet, blocking mobile services and forcing millions to turn to VPNs

The Independent UK

Zelensky announces open-ended Ukraine ceasefire ahead of Russian Victory Day

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has proposed an open-ended ceasefire, scheduled to commence at 12am on Wednesday 6 May. This follows Russia's request for a two-day truce on 8-9 May to observe Victory Day, marking the 81st anniversary of Nazi Germany's defeat. Mr Zelensky initially dismissed Moscow's request as “not serious”…

The Independent UK

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Ukrainian ceasefire enters effect after day of deadly Russian strikes

Worst Russian strikes of the year throughout eastern Ukraine kill 27 people in hours leading up to Kyiv's ceasefire

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Ukraine, Russia announce separate ceasefires ahead of Moscow’s Victory Day

Ukraine announced a ceasefire starting May 5-6, prioritizing human life over Victory Day commemorations, with President Zelenskyy criticizing Russia's focus on parades. Russia, however, declared its own truce from May 8-9, coinciding with WWII Victory Day, and warned of massive retaliation if Kyiv disrupts their celebrations.

The Times of India

Russia declares a unilateral ceasefire in Ukraine to mark Victory Day

Russia's Defense Ministry has declared a unilateral ceasefire in Ukraine to mark Victory Day, commemorating the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II

The Independent UK

Russia issues chilling warning to Ukraine ahead of Victory Day celebrations

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The week that was in international affairs: UAE to exit Opec; Ukraine makes Russia jittery

UAE exits Opec, impacting global oil dynamics amid regional tensions. Ukraine escalates attacks on Russia, forcing Moscow to scale back Victory Day parades. King Charles' US trip strengthens UK-US ties. Syria begins its first transitional justice trial. China pressures African nations, forcing Taiwan's President to cancel a trip.

The Times of India

Kyiv shuns Moscow's 'Victory Day truce' asking for long-term ceasefire

After the Easter truce, Moscow is now proposing a Victory Day parade ceasefire as the Kremlin is concerned over Ukraine’s long-range striking capabilities. Moscow has already scaled down the parade, where for the first time in years, Russian armoured columns will not be rolling on the Red Square.

Euronews

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Fire erupts at major Black Sea port oil refinery after fourth Ukrainian attack in two weeks

Trump says he and Putin have discussed a temporary ceasefire marking Victory Day next month, though Ukraine wants to see the details

The Independent UK

Russia to hold Victory Day parade with no military hardware amid Ukraine strike fears

Annual event in Red Square to feature no armoured vehicles or missile systems for first time in two decades

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The Independent UK

Russia holds Victory Day parade without tanks and missiles for first time since Ukraine war

The event usually showcases military hardware and armoured vehicles as a display of Russia’s military might

International Business Times UK

Veteran's Day Turns Ugly As Trump 'Disrespects' Ceremony - Kins Tell Him To 'Burn In Hell'

On 11 Nov 2025, Trump renames Veterans Day 'Victory Day' at Arlington, praises 'Secretary of War' Hegseth, boasts VA gains—igniting backlash over politicisation & facts

Euronews

Hot mic captures conversation between Xi and Putin discussing organ transplants and immortality

Hot mics caught what appeared to be a private conversation between Presidents Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin discussing the prospects for immortality as they attended China’s Victory Day military parade in Beijing on Wednesday.

The Guardian - UK

Putin hails ties with China as Kim Jong-un arrives in Beijing on eve of parade

Russian president says relations at ‘unprecedentedly high level’ as dozens of leaders gather for Victory Day events

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China’s Victory Day military parade: Who attended and what happened?

Xi hosted Kim, Putin and other world leaders for a show of strength and a reminder of history.

The Guardian - AU

China’s Victory day military parade: why are Putin and Kim Jong-un there, and what is the ‘axis of upheaval’?

The gathering in Beijing will include the leaders of Russia and North Korea, along with the Iranian president, a grouping dubbed the axis of upheaval

The Independent UK

Kim Jong Un to join Xi and Putin at Beijing military parade in rare trip outside North Korea

Western leaders have shunned China’s ‘Victory Day’ celebrations, while Russia and North Korea are strengthening ties with China

The Conversation

Russia-China ties on full display on Victory Day – but all is not as well as Putin is making out

Chinese troops participating in Russia’s Victory Day parade in Red Square, Moscow, on May 9 is a clear indication that President Xi Jinping is fully committed to his “no-limits” partnership with his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin.

Al Jazeera

Moscow and Kyiv trade accusations as Russia holds Victory Day spectacle

Putin welcomes allies at parade planned to push patriotism and project strength as fighting against Ukraine persists.

International Business Times

Activists Hold 'Die-in' Protest At Soviet Monument In Warsaw

Pro-Ukrainian activists held a protest at a Soviet memorial in Warsaw where Moscow's ambassador placed a wreath on Friday, as Russia celebrates World War II Victory Day.

Euronews

Russia holds Victory Day parade in Moscow amid its war in Ukraine

Slovakia’s Prime Minister Robert Fico was the lone EU leader to attend the Moscow military parade on Friday despite Brussels' warnings not to do so.

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