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Trump Wants to Create Victory Days for World Wars

Trump declares May 8 as 'Victory Day' for World War II: 'Going to start celebrating our victories again!'

President Trump announced plans to designate May 8 as World War II "Victory Day" and Nov. 11 as World War I "Victory Day," stating that we are "going to start celebrating our victories again."

USA TODAY · 1d

New name for Veterans Day? Trump says he wants to change it to Victory Day.

Trump said on social media that he's pushing to rename Veterans Day and to formally recognize May 8 in the United States as a way to acknowledge Americans' efforts in World Wars I and II.

National Interest on MSN · 3h

Trump Wants to Create Victory Days for the World Wars

Donald Trump proposes renaming May 8 and November 11 as “Victory Days” for World Wars I and II, sparking debate over historical accuracy, veterans’ recognition, and holiday authority limitations.

World marks 80th anniversary of V-E Day

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World leaders gather in Moscow for 80th Victory Day parade

The Kremlin reported that 29 world leaders are expected to participate in the celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. These events are scheduled for Friday in Moscow.

The Associated Press on MSN · 2h

The world marks the 80th anniversary of V-E Day with parades and memorials. Here’s what to know

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

Las Vegas Sun · 13h

Remembering the Greatest Generation on 80th Anniversary of V-E Day

As we approach the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day on Thursday, we are reminded of a pivotal moment in history when the Allied forces accepted Nazi Germany’s unconditional surrender, ending World War II in Europe.

Moscow, Russia and Victory Day

The Washington Post on MSN · 6h

Despite fears, Ukrainians say attack on Russia’s Victory Day parade unlikely

Twice in the past two days, Ukrainian drones have threatened Moscow, but it is unlikely they will disrupt the Kremlin’s showcase Victory Day celebration.

NBC News · 11h

Ukrainian drone attacks force flight suspensions at 4 Moscow airports, Russia says

The assault came two days ahead of a unilateral three-day ceasefire announced by President Vladimir Putin to coincide with celebrations in marking Victory Day in World War II.

ABC News on MSN · 6h

Ukraine drones target Moscow after Putin's Victory Day ceasefire offer

Ukrainian drones targeted Moscow for the second consecutive night on Monday, as the Russian capital prepared for Victory Day celebrations.

The New York Sun6h

Will Air Raid Sirens Play a Dangerous Descant Over Putin’s Parade for Anniversary of World War II’s End?

Ukraine threatens to rain drones on President Putin’s parade. Leading up to Friday’s Red Square celebration of the 80th ...

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Trump says he wants to rename Veterans Day to ‘Victory Day for World War I’

President Donald Trump announced Thursday he wants to rename Veterans Day, a federal holiday on November 11, to “Victory Day ...

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Trump to rename Veterans Day to ‘Victory Day for World War I’

Veterans groups disagreed with the move, saying it detracted from veterans from other wars, including the Vietnam War and war ...

Trump says he’ll rename Veterans Day to Victory Day for World War I

Veterans Day began as Armistice Day to mark 11:11 a.m. Nov. 11, 1918, when the Allies and the Central Powers agreed to end ...

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How did World War II end – and why do Europe and the US recognise different dates?

The war between the US and Japan had started with the Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor in Hawaii on December 7, 1941. The ...

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Trump Announces Victory Day For WWII But Gets The Date Wrong: 'A Complete Moron'

The president said that America will celebrate Victory Day on May 8, seemingly unaware that the U.S. kept fighting for months.

Royal Family hopes nothing distracts from VE Day commemorations

The Royal Family is hoping "nothing will detract or distract" from VE Day commemorations this week, which fall days after ...

9Honey on MSN23h

Royals pay tribute to family members who served in World War Two with poignant outfits on VE Day

When it comes to dressing for the most important of occasions, royal women do it better than most. Case in point: VE Day ...

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