https://www.rferl.org Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty is an international news organization serving Central and Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia, Russia, the Middle East and Balkan countries https://www.rferl.org/Content/responsive/RFE/en-US/img/logo.png https://www.rferl.org en Copyright 2026 - RFE/RL, Inc. 60 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:43:41 +0200 Pangea CMS – RFE/RL While May 8 is observed across much of Europe as a day of remembrance, marking the end of World War II on the continent, Russia celebrates. Celebrations begin days, even weeks before Victory Day on May 9, the date on which the country marks the defeat of Nazi Germany. https://www.rferl.org/a/how-russia-is-getting-ready-for-victory-day-celebrations/33408192.html https://www.rferl.org/a/how-russia-is-getting-ready-for-victory-day-celebrations/33408192.html Thu, 08 May 2025 11:17:33 +0200 RussiaVideo ArchiveVideos As part of efforts to end Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the United States is considering recognizing Ukraine's Crimea as part of Russia. https://www.rferl.org/a/crimea-recognition-ukraine-usa-russia-ceasefire/33405433.html https://www.rferl.org/a/crimea-recognition-ukraine-usa-russia-ceasefire/33405433.html Tue, 06 May 2025 12:01:33 +0200 UkraineVideosRussia Invades Ukraine