Victory Day
Coverage of Victory Day in the Nexus archive.
- Russia’s Threats to Diplomats Are a Bluff. Don’t Reward Them.
The article argues that Russia's recent threats against foreign diplomats are a bluff, referencing a similar warning issued before Russia's May 9 Victory Day celebrations demanding foreign embassies evacuate Kyiv.
- Russia holds downsized Victory Day parade
Russia is holding a downsized Victory Day parade due to security concerns. Putin is set to speak at the World War II commemoration. The event is scaled back this year.
- Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of violating ceasefires for Victory Day
Russia and Ukraine accused each other of violating ceasefires as Victory Day approaches. The ceasefires were suggested by both countries prior to the holiday. CBS News reported on the accusations.
- Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of breaching Victory Day ceasefire
Russia and Ukraine have accused each other of breaching a ceasefire on Victory Day, reporting hundreds of drone attacks just hours into the truce. The truce was intended to cover celebrations of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany. The accusations come amidst ongoing tensions between the two countries.
- Russia, Ukraine trade fire, blame despite Victory Day ceasefire
Russia and Ukraine have traded fire and blame despite a ceasefire on Victory Day, with both sides accusing each other of violations as attacks continue across front lines. The warring sides have failed to cease hostilities, leading to ongoing violence. The situation remains tense between the two countries.
- Amid Ukraine’s daring assaults, Russia scales back Victory Day celebrations
Russia is scaling back its Victory Day celebrations on May 9 due to Ukraine's daring assaults, resulting in a slimmed-down affair with less military showcasing. The event is an important date in the Russian calendar. This change reflects the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
- Russia’s Victory Day Parade Signals Anything But Victory
Russia is preparing reduced Victory Day celebrations as its war in Ukraine enters its fifth year, with fewer foreign dignitaries attending and no military hardware displayed due to security concerns. President Putin is showing signs of paranoia, reportedly working from bunkers and implementing extraordinary security protocols while avoiding his usual residences.
- Russian attacks kill more than 20 ahead of rival ceasefires proposed by Kyiv and Moscow
Russian attacks have killed over 20 people ahead of proposed ceasefires by Kyiv and Moscow. Kyiv plans to begin a truce on May 6, while Moscow has declared a pause for its Victory Day parade. The truce is set to start after Moscow's declaration.
- Russia declares a truce in Ukraine to mark Victory Day
Russia has declared a unilateral ceasefire in Ukraine from Friday to Saturday to commemorate Victory Day, which marks the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II. The ceasefire is conditional, with Russia threatening to strike back at Kyiv if it disrupts festivities. This move comes as part of Russia's efforts to observe the significant historical event.
- Russia declares a truce in Ukraine to mark Victory Day
Russia declared a unilateral ceasefire in Ukraine to mark Victory Day, commemorating the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II. The ceasefire will be in effect on Friday and Saturday. Russia threatened to strike back at Kyiv if it tries to disrupt festivities.
- Moscow rehearses V-Day parade marking WWII victory
Russia rehearsed its Victory Day parade to mark WWII victory and declared a ceasefire with Ukraine to cover the May 9 celebrations. The rehearsal is part of the preparations for the anniversary of the end of World War II. Russia's Victory Day parade is a significant event in the country's calendar.