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Victory in Europe Day, World War II

What Is Victory in Europe Day? And Why Is it Still Celebrated?

Countries across the world will be celebrating the 80th anniversary of Nazi Germany’s unconditional surrender in World War II. But this year’s events may be more bittersweet than in the past.

The Washington Post · 2d

Trump designates Thursday as a day for US to celebrate victory in World War II. Here's what it means

President Donald Trump has issued a proclamation designating Thursday as a day for the United States to celebrate victory during World War II

Associated Press News on MSN · 1d

World War II ended in Europe 80 years ago. Celebrating V-E Day is now tinged with some dread

Europe is marking one of its most joyous days in history. The 80th anniversary of the end of World War II on the continent was on Thursday.

Russia Marks 80th Anniversary of Victory Day

Associated Press News · 2d

Taiwan marks 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day by highlighting threats from China

Taiwan is marking the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day by making broad comparisons to threats from China, whose leader Xi Jinping is in Russia for commemorations as Moscow continues its invasion of Ukraine.

Los Angeles Times on MSN · 19h

Victory Day parade in Russia celebrates the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany

Russia on Friday celebrated the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II, as President Vladimir Putin presided over a massive parade of tanks, missiles and troops through Red Square and welcomed over two dozen world leaders — the most since Moscow sent troops into Ukraine.

Boise State Public Radio · 20h

Russia marks 80 years since World War II victory over Nazi Germany

Russian President Vladimir Putin welcomed the leaders of China and Brazil to commemorate the anniversary.

Victory in Europe Day, King Charles

Reuters · 1d

Britain's King Charles and guests arrive for VE day service

Britain's royal family joined politicians and veterans for a national service of remembrance at London's Westminster Abbey on Thursday (May 8) to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day.

Associated Press · 1d

UK royals arrive for V-E Day service at London’s Westminster Abbey

The British royal family visited London's Westminster Abbey on Thursday for a service to mark the 80th anniversary of VE (Victory in Europe) Day.

CNN · 1d

UK’s King Charles lays wreath to mark 80th anniversary of VE Day

Britain’s King Charles and heir to the throne Prince William laid wreaths in Westminster Abbey on Thursday at the culmination of the country’s four days of commemorations to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day.

How Europe is commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Nazis' surrender in WWII

Thursday marks 80 years since Victory in Europe Day, when the Allies accepted Nazi Germany's unconditional surrender. The day ...

USA Today2d

What is VE day? Is V-E day a national holiday? Here's what Trump said about May 8 and WWII

Here's what President Donald Trump said and his new proclamations. What is known internationally as Victory in Europe (VE) Day is being commemorated around the world this week, including England ...

CBS News among U.S. outlets allowed into Russia for Victory Day parade as Trump thaws relations with Moscow

As Russia celebrates its 80-year-old victory over Nazi Germany, Putin wants the world to see that despite the new conflict in ...

Anadolu Agency1d

French president points to return of 'specter of war' at Victory in Europe Day ceremony

French President Emmanuel Macron warned Thursday that the “specter of war” had returned in Europe during his speech at a ...

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VE Day: See historic photos after World War II fighting ended in Europe

Truman designated May 8 as VE Day and the western allies followed suit, according to the museum. However, the Soviet Union recognizes its Victory Day on May 9 after having a second set of surrender ...

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China's Xi joins Putin for Victory Day parade meant to reassure Russians as Ukraine conflict drags on

China's Xi Jinping joined Vladimir Putin for a huge Victory Day parade in Moscow, hoping to reassure Russians of their nation ...

VE Day commemorated in the south

VE Day - or Victory in Europe Day - marks the day towards the end of World War Two when fighting against Nazi Germany in ...

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British royal family watches military parade marking start of VE Day events in London

Britain is marking the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day this week with four days of commemorations honoring the ...

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