Coverage dated May 3, 2022 to May 7, 2022

Putin has little to show in Ukraine with 3 days to Victory Day parade

Headline from Newsweek, from the development of May 5, 2022

Newest development May 8, 2022 · 4 reportsKremlin Denies it will use May 9th Victory Day Celebration to Declare War on Ukraine

On Monday, Russia celebrates Victory Day, its annual commemoration of the end of World War II. But the war in Ukraine might dampen the festivities.

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Developments in this update

4 dated developments, oldest first, newest marked. Each is named by one outlet's own headline; open its reports to see every outlet that covered it.

May 4, 2022
Vladimir Putin has run out of options to win Ukraine war—analyst
Headline from Newsweek ·
May 5, 2022Names this update
Putin has little to show in Ukraine with 3 days to Victory Day parade
Headline from Newsweek ·
May 7, 2022
Ukraine Braces for Escalated Attacks Ahead of Russia's V-Day
Headline from Military.com ·
May 8, 2022Newest
Kremlin Denies it will use May 9th Victory Day Celebration to Declare War on Ukraine
Headline from Sofrep ·

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21 articles, oldest first.

Newsweek
Vladimir Putin has run out of options to win Ukraine war—analyst (opens Newsweek)
Published May 3, 2022
Newsweek's feed description
There is speculation over whether Victory Day celebrations might be used to bolster the Ukraine campaign, either by declaring victory or announcing greater participation for Russia's population.
Insider
Putin is likely to use Russia's 'Victory Day' on May 9 to reveal plans for the future of his struggling Ukraine war, experts say (opens Insider)
Published May 3, 2022
Insider's feed description
Some experts and officials believe Putin could formally declare war on Ukraine on May 9, giving him access to more manpower.
France 24
The Debate - In the name of ‘de-nazification’: why May 9th matters for Putin's war in Ukraine (opens France 24)
Published May 4, 2022
France 24's feed description
What surprise will he spring on May 9th? All eyes are on Vladimir Putin ahead of what has become on his watch the most sacred day on the Russian calendar. Victory Day in World War II means remembrance…
New York Times
Putin’s Forces Battle in East Ukraine to Feed His Hunger for a Victory (opens New York Times)
Published May 4, 2022
New York Times's feed description
The fighting has intensified ahead of Russia’s May 9 Victory Day holiday commemorating the Soviet Union’s triumph over Nazi Germany.
The Buffalo News
EXPLAINER: Why Victory Day in Russia is different this year (opens The Buffalo News)
Published May 4, 2022
The Buffalo News's feed description
The invasion of Ukraine means fewer Russian tanks and other military hardware will rumble through Red Square on Monday, when the country marks its victory in World War II. The
Al Jazeera
Russia: What is Victory Day, and why is it important this May 9? (opens Al Jazeera)
Published May 5, 2022
Al Jazeera's feed description
Russia will celebrate the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany as its new war on Ukraine rages.
Newsweek
Putin has little to show in Ukraine with 3 days to Victory Day parade (opens Newsweek)
Published May 5, 2022
Newsweek's feed description
On Monday, Russia celebrates Victory Day, its annual commemoration of the end of World War II. But the war in Ukraine might dampen the festivities.
NBC Los Angeles
All-Out War on Ukraine? Putin Could Be Gearing Up for Something Big on May 9 (opens NBC Los Angeles)
Published May 5, 2022
NBC Los Angeles's feed description
“Victory Day” is a key day for Russia as it marks the anniversary of the then-Soviet Union’s defeat of Nazi Germany.
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
For Russia, wartime Victory Day (opens Arkansas Democrat-Gazette)
Published May 5, 2022
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette's feed description
The invasion of Ukraine means that fewer Russian tanks and other military hardware will rumble through Moscow's Red Square on Monday, when the country marks its victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. The patriotic fervor associated with the holiday, however, could be as strong as ever.
The Guardian
How Victory Day became central to Putin’s idea of Russian identity (opens The Guardian)
Published May 5, 2022
The Guardian's feed description
Rhetoric of 1945 victory over Nazis has become more twisted over two decades of Putin’s rule
Washington Examiner
Kremlin tries to manage Victory Day parade expectations as Ukraine war continues (opens Washington Examiner)
Published May 5, 2022
Washington Examiner's feed description
Russian officials do not expect to hold a major “Victory Day” event in Mariupol on May 9, according to a top Kremlin spokesman, as beleaguered Ukrainian defenders continue to stymy Russian battle plans.
Deutsche Welle
Victory Day in Europe: Ukraine war puts spotlight on Russia | DW (opens Deutsche Welle)
Published May 5, 2022
Deutsche Welle's feed description
VE-Day marks Nazi Germany's unconditional surrender in WW2. Russia celebrates it on May 9 and many fear Vladimir Putin may use the opportunity to mobilize his country for all out war.
The Economist
Why the military parade on May 9th matters to Russia’s president (opens The Economist)
Published May 6, 2022
The Economist's feed description
Under Vladimir Putin, marking the victory over Nazi Germany has become an annual ritual
The Week
What is Russia's Victory Day, and what does it mean for Ukraine? (opens The Week)
Published May 6, 2022
The Week's feed description
Expect military parades and dire rhetoric on one of the country's biggest holidays
Military.com
Ukraine Braces for Escalated Attacks Ahead of Russia's V-Day (opens Military.com)
Published May 6, 2022
Military.com's feed description
Monday's holiday commemorates the Soviet Union’s World War II victory over Nazi Germany.
The Federalist
Russia's Annual 'Victory Day' Celebration Takes On A Different Meaning This Year (opens The Federalist)
Published May 7, 2022
The Federalist's feed description
As Putin is rumored to undergo surgery and Russia’s war on Ukraine is faltering, the May 9 celebration takes on a greater significance.
Sofrep
Kremlin Denies it will use May 9th Victory Day Celebration to Declare War on Ukraine (opens Sofrep)
Published May 7, 2022
Sofrep's feed description
The May 9th Victory Day in Russia may be the day Putin announces a formal state of war exists between Russia and Ukraine.
Los Angeles Times
Op-Ed: Where will Putin steer the Ukraine war on Russia's Victory Day? (opens Los Angeles Times)
Published May 7, 2022
Los Angeles Times's feed description
Russia celebrates May 9 as the day Nazi Germany was defeated. The Kremlin could use the holiday as a time to shake up its military strategy in Ukraine.
New York Times
May 9 Is a Revered Day in Russia. For Many, Putin Has Hijacked It. (opens New York Times)
Published May 7, 2022
New York Times's feed description
Under President Vladimir V. Putin, Victory Day, marking the defeat of Nazi Germany, has come to celebrate modern Russian military might. The war in Ukraine is shifting its meaning further.

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