Chinese servicemen hold their national flag as they attend the Victory Day military parade in Moscow, Russia, Friday, May 9, 2025, during celebrations of the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany during the World War II.

Russian President Vladimir Putin, centre right, and Chinese President Xi Jinpin, centre left, talk as Myanmar's servicemen are reflected in a stand's glass, during the Victory Day military parade in Moscow,

Russia marking its 80th anniversary of the Victory Day that commemorate the end of World War II with a massive military parade on Red Square on Friday in Moscow. President Vladimir Putin and foreign leaders including President of Ethiopia Taye Atske Selassie are attending this grand event.

The thanksgiving service at Westminster Abbey began with a two-minute silence, which was also observed across the country, to remember Nazi Germany's unconditional surrender, which took effect on May 8,

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.