Russia refers to World War II as the Great Patriotic War, during which the Soviet Union lost around 27 million people.

MOSCOW (AP) — Russia on Friday celebrated the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II, as President ...

Russia on Friday celebrated the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II, as President Vladimir Putin ...

In contrast to Russia’s celebrations marking 80 years since the surrender of the Nazis, European leaders agreed to set up a ...

Celebrations included a massive military parade in Moscow's Red Square, where Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted several ...