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Putin Commemorates 80 Years Since Nazi Defeat Amid Tensions

5/9/2025

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On May 9, Russia will mark a significant milestone—80 years since Nazi Germany's defeat—led by President Putin alongside foreign dignitaries like Xi Jinping. This commemoration reinforces Putin's narrative that ties the war in Ukraine to a battle against "neo-Nazism." Concurrently, Serbia's President Vucic balances EU relations while preserving strong ties with Russia amid rising tensions.

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On May 9, Russia will mark a significant milestone—80 years since Nazi Germany's defeat—led by President Putin alongside foreign dignitaries like Xi Jinping. This commemoration reinforces Putin's narrative that ties the war in Ukraine to a battle against "neo-Nazism." Concurrently, Serbia's President Vucic balances EU relations while preserving strong ties with Russia amid rising tensions.