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Russia’s Putin proposes direct talks with Ukraine in Istanbul on May 15, ’without preconditions’
Putin proposes restarting direct talks with Ukraine in Istanbul without preconditions, amid calls for a 30-day ceasefire or ...
'A new era'; Ukraine and European allies push for 30-day ceasefire starting Monday
Ukraine and its allies are ready for a "full, unconditional ceasefire" with Russia for at least 30 days starting on Monday, a ...
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80 years after VE Day a veteran says, 'I hope people will see the futility of it all'
Army veteran Harry Miller was stationed in Germany when the Nazis surrendered. Upon hearing the news, he recalls that ...
How Putin uses the USSR’s victory in World War II to rally support for him and the war in Ukraine
Victory Day, celebrated on May 9, is Russia’s most important secular holiday, reflecting its wartime sacrifice. But it’s also ...
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Canadians mark Victory in Europe Day in special ceremonies
Veterans, diplomats, members of the Armed Forces and political leaders gathered Thursday at events across Canada commemorating the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War in Europe.
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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One WWII veteran shares his story on the 80th anniversary of VE Day
Army veteran Harry Miller was stationed in Germany when the Nazis surrendered. Upon hearing the news, he recalls that ...