Moscow, Russia. 09th May, 2026. Russian President Vladimir Putin, delivers remarks during a press conference following Victory Day events at the Grand Kremlin Palace, May 9, 2026 in Moscow, Russia. Russia marked the 81st anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany in World War Two. Credit: Kremlin Pool/Russian Government/Alamy Live News

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