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The drone incursion comes ahead of planned celebrations in the Russian capital to commemorate the end of World War II.

Moscow’s mayor says at least 19 Ukrainian drones were destroyed on their approach to Russia’s capital ‘from different directions’

Cities from London to Moscow will be awash with parades, flyovers and memorials this week as the world marks the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day — the day Nazi Germany surrendered to Allied forces

Ukrainian forces reportedly smash back across border into Kursk, where Syrski says offensive has achieved most of its goals. What we know on day 1,168

For the Russian president, Victory Day is arguably the most important public holiday of the year. For the fourth time, the Moscow military parade will take place without high-level guests and with unprecedented security measures, as Russian authorities fear Kyiv might use the opportunity to attack.

Barabash, 63, vehemently condemned on Monday the lack of freedoms in Russia while detailing her escape

Greenland has been caught in the disinformation crossfire as geopolitical tensions between world powers rise.

Ukrainian attack over border largely destroys Russian electrical equipment plant; mayor reports drones headed for Moscow. What we know on day 1,167

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Sunday that he did "not believe" Russia would adhere to a coming three-day truce to coincide with Moscow's Victory Day celebrations.

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Xi was already among the leaders set to attend the Victory Day Parade in Moscow on 9 May