Russian presidential aide Vladimir Medinsky accused Ukrainian forces of bombing a college dormitory in Starobelsk, Lugansk People's Republic, comparing the act to Nazi tactics of deliberately targeting schools and children during WWII.
The Russian leader stressed that Russia appreciates the personal participation of senior officials from Republika Srpska in the commemorative events marking the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War
Earlier in the day, Putin took part in a series of events marking the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War
Residents of Kiev brought flowers to the Eternal Flame in the Park of Eternal Glory on Victory Day to honor those who died during the Great Patriotic War, Novosti.Live publication reported
Preserving the memory about the events of the Great Patriotic War, its true history and true heroes is a matter of honor for us, Putin stressed
The Belarusian president arrived in Moscow at the invitation of his Russian counterpart to attend celebrations marking the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War
This timing includes the days of commemorating the 81st anniversary of the Victory of the Soviet people in the Great Patriotic War
Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said that on May 4, 2026, the Defense Ministry issued an official statement "in connection with the threats of the Kiev regime to strike Moscow on a sacred holiday for all Russians - Victory Day in the Great Patriotic War
The ban applies to all individuals within the restricted zones, with the exception of diplomats and members of diplomatic delegations, as well as veterans of the Great Patriotic War
The Russian president said their fortitude, and faith in a just cause will serve as an eternal example
Exceptions will be granted to diplomats and veterans of the Great Patriotic War
Russia will hold its traditional Victory Day parade on May 9 without military equipment due to the operational situation in Ukraine, the Defence Ministry announced. The parade marks the 81st anniversary of the Soviet victory in what Russians call the Great Patriotic War. Only personnel from military educational institutions will march, while no military hardware will pass through Red Square.
Russia will mark victory over Nazi Germany next month with a military parade on Moscow’s Red Square, but with no military equipment displayed in view of the operational situation in the war in Ukraine, the Defence Ministry said late on Tuesday. The parade, traditionally held on May 9, the day the Soviet Union signed Germany’s surrender, would this year mark the 81st anniversary of victory in what Russians call the Great Patriotic War. One of the top holidays on the Russian calendar, it allows...
President Vladimir Putin emphasized Russia's enduring unity at the 3rd All-Russia Municipal Service Award ceremony, recalling the collective spirit of the home front during the Great Patriotic War. He highlighted how children, grandmothers, and women supported soldiers during the harsh winter of 1941-1942, calling this unity the key to both historical victory and present-day success.
