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80 years ago World War II in Europe was over. Celebrating V-E Day is now tinged with some dread
LONDON -- Even if the end of World War II in Europe spawned one of the most joyous days the continent ever lived, Thursday’s ...
In wartime Russia, schools prepare the next generation of fighters
Since the invasion of Ukraine, the Russian education system has cranked the patriotic themes into overdrive seeking to mold the soldiers of tomorrow.
Soviet Union and South Africa: Allies in World War II
Russia’s Ambassador Ambarov on the 80th anniversary of the victory that crushed Nazism, liberated Europe, and laid the ...
AP PHOTOS: On Victory Day, veterans recall the Soviet Union’s sacrifice in World War II
When she heard the news of Nazi Germany surrendering 80 years ago, Valentina Efremova couldn’t believe the devastating war ...
Taiwan president marks World War II anniversary, warning indulging aggressors only whets appetite for expansion
President Lai Ching-te said the island and Europe face "the threat of a new authoritarian bloc". Read more at ...
How Putin uses USSR''s victory in World War II to rally support for him and war in Ukraine
Russia observes Victory Day on May 9, a key holiday. It commemorates the Soviet Union's World War II sacrifice. President ...
Russia's Medvedev says Trump's statement about US World War Two role was 'pretentious nonsense'
Trump said, "Nobody was close to us in terms of strength, bravery, or military brilliance" in both world wars, and that "we ...
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Will Air Raid Sirens Play a Dangerous Descant Over Putin’s Parade for Anniversary of World War II’s End?
Ukraine threatens to rain drones on President Putin’s parade. Leading up to Friday’s Red Square celebration of the 80th ...