3 d. ago Trump refuses to accept that for Netanyahu and Putin forever war is the only option | Simon Tisdall

The US president thought he could impose peace through sheer personality, but he didn’t reckon with two leaders with so much to loseBenjamin Netanyahu and Vladimir Putin enjoyed a friendly phone chat earlier this month, marking the 80th anniversary of Nazi Germany’s defeat. The Israeli and Russian leaders have much in common. Both claim to be still heroically battling Nazis, in Gaza and Ukraine respectively. This fiction is used to justify the mass murder of civilians, spiralling troop casualties and huge economic and reputational costs. Maybe it helps them sleep at night.Bibi and Vlad: the world’s most wanted men – and possibly the most despised.Simon Tisdall is a Guardian foreign affairs commentator Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Heartwarming celebrations at South Lanarkshire care homes to mark VE Day 80th anniversary

Residents from McKillop Gardens attended a commemorative event at East Kilbride British Legion on May 8, where they were entertained by the East Kilbride Pipe Band and a vocalist performing timeless favourites by Dame Vera Lynn.

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2 w. ago Armed forces charity and Bathgate Community Council mark 80th anniversary of VE Day

Both organisations would like to thank Kirsteen Sullivan MP, local Historian Meg Stenhouse, Bathgate Army Cadets and 1271 (Bathgate) Squadron and the public for coming along to Bathgate’s VE 80th celebration and commemoration on Thursday, May 8.

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2 w. ago Why Camilla's fresh white VE Day outfit is a masterclass in summer styling

Queen Camilla captivated attention as she joined the Royal Family at Westminster Abbey for the Thanksgiving Service marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day.

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2 w. ago Outlander's Sam Heughan shares rare emotional insight with fans in touching VE Day post

Sam Heughan, who plays Jamie Fraser in the Starz series Outlander, took to social media with a heartfelt message marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day

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2 w. ago Fire crews called to 'church roof in flames' find something totally different

The fire 'call out' came shortly after 600 Boltonians attended church service to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day

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2 w. ago What's on in Dumfries and Galloway this weekend as area to bask in sunshine

Celebrations to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day take centre stage but there are also festivals and garden openings.

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2 w. ago Russia stages Victory Day parade as EU ministers pledge further support for Ukraine – Europe live

EU representatives hold meeting in Lviv as Russia staged a lavish parade in Moscow to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of the second world warLet’s bring you some more pictures from the Moscow parade earlier today, a not very subtle attempt as showing off the Russian military power.French president Emmanuel Macron posted a social media update on his last night’s phone call with US president Donald Trump.I spoke several times last night with @POTUS. I commend his strong call for an unconditional 30-day ceasefire, as did our British and Nordic partners earlier this morning. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Kate Middleton shows true colours with subtle gesture at crucial moment at VE Day concert

The Princess of Wales dazzled as she attended a special concert to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day with Prince William, the King and Queen, and one expert spotted the princess make a telling gesture at one of the event's most crucial moments

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2 w. ago BBC VE Day 80 concert viewers distracted by 'random' performance as stars lead tributes

The BBC marked the 80th anniversary of VE Day with a special live concert, which begun with a special address from host Zoe Ball.

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2 w. ago VE Day's 80th anniversary marked at South Lanarkshire Council HQ

Provost Margaret Cooper led a short event where a commemorative flag was raised.

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2 w. ago Chinese troops march with Russian forces as Xi joins Putin for Victory Day parade

Moscow stages largest Victory Day parade since start of Ukraine war with Putin using celebrations to justify invasionRussian troops fighting in Ukraine marched together with Chinese forces on Moscow’s Red Square to mark the 80th anniversary of Nazi Germany’s defeat, in a Victory Day celebration marked by greater spectacle than in recent years.After several scaled-back Victory Days – with reduced military displays and few foreign guests – Vladimir Putin on Friday addressed the largest parade since his 2022 full-scale invasion of Ukraine. “The Soviet Union took upon itself the most ferocious, merciless blows of the enemy,” the Russian president said of the victory over Nazi Germany, before turning to his invasion of Ukraine. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Putin’s troops 'break' ceasefire called to mark 80th anniversary of Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany

Ukraine accuses Putin of flouting his unilateral 72-hour ceasefire to coincide with the Victory Day celebrations

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2 w. ago Putin hosts Xi Jinping and other world leaders as Russia marks Victory Day – Europe live

Russia staging a lavish, ‘biggest ever’ parade in Moscow to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of the second world warMeanwhile in Warsaw, Polish prime minister Donald Tusk is currently briefing the media before his trip to France to sign a new Polish-French “enhanced cooperation and friendship treaty.”Tusk will meet French president Emmanuel Macron in Nancy, France in early afternoon, with the signing ceremony scheduled for 4pm, to be followed by a joint press conference. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Russia’s Victory Day parade begins, marking the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany

A military parade has begun on Red Square in Moscow, marking the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II

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2 w. ago BBC VE Day concert viewers divided by 'random' act as Zoe Ball hosts emotional event

The BBC marked the 80th anniversary of VE Day with a special concert that was hosted by Zoe Ball, and featured performances from the likes of Fleur East and The Darkness

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2 w. ago King Charles echoes his grandfather’s historic VE Day speech as he marks 80th anniversary

King Charles III remembered Queen Elizabeth II's lively VE Day celebrations — including joining a conga line — in 1945 as he delivered a speech exactly 80 years after his grandfather's historic address.

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2 w. ago At 99, David Attenborough is living proof of the power of hope and optimism

As the UK marked the 80th anniversary of VE Day, naturalist David Attenborough also celebrated his 99th birthday

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2 w. ago Kate Middleton's touching VE Day gesture as she and William give up time with children

Kate Middleton and Prince William joined the Royal Family for a service of thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day

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2 w. ago Unseen Thomas & Friends footage with Ringo Starr narration airs for first time

The unseen pilot footage marks the 80th anniversary of the British franchise which became a global hit among multiple generations of young children.

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