The United States and Italy signed a pact to bolster efforts to recover the remains of American soldiers who went missing in action during World War II, officials announced Tuesday. The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) — the U.S. agency tasked with identifying fallen service members — and Italy’s culture ministry signed a deal to […]
China’s Xi joins Putin for Victory Day parade meant to reassure Russians as Ukraine conflict drags on
Moscow — Countries across Europe marked the 80th anniversary on Thursday of VE, or Victory in Europe Day, celebrating the moment in 1945 at which fighting in World War II ended on the continent. But thanks to the time difference between Russia and Western Europe, Russia holds its Victory Day parade on May 9 every year, […]
CBS News among U.S. outlets allowed into Russia for Victory Day parade as Trump thaws relations with Moscow
Moscow — Preparations were well underway Thursday in Moscow for the annual “Victory Day” parade. The huge celebrations mark the former Soviet Union’s role in defeating Nazi Germany in World War II, 80 years ago this year. Dozens of world leaders invited by President Vladimir Putin have gathered in Moscow for the events, and the fact […]
Ukraine says Russia attacking across entire front line despite Putin’s truce order
Ukraine said Russia was attacking across the front line on Thursday, calling Russian President Vladimir Putin’s order for a three-day truce, which he said would take effect Thursday morning, a “farce.” The Russian army said it was responding to Ukrainian attacks but observing the truce, which Putin unilaterally ordered to coincide with a massive parade […]