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"The Russian Cultural Centre in partnership with the Royal Institute of Amazigh Culture organised an evening to mark the 81st anniversary of Victory Day over Nazism in the Moroccan capital, Rabat. Footage captured on Saturday shows participants marching in the 'Immortal Regiment' parade, carrying Russian flags and images of World War II soldiers. The evening also featured singing and musical performances, as well as a photo exhibition. "I believe it is very important that we are celebrating on Moroccan soil, because Morocco also took part in the fight against Nazism and made a significant contribution, therefore, we’re all part of this page of history, and here on this noble land we are celebrating this wonderful day," said Vladimir Sakalov, Director of the Russian Cultural Centre in Rabat. "Today is a great day for all the peoples of the world, and of course for the peoples of the former Soviet Union and modern-day Russia. We all feel the grandeur of this day and celebrate the great Victory over Nazi Germany. We celebrate this holiday, as they say, with tears in our eyes, for it is a day of both mourning and victory," noted Denis Novosyolov, Charge d’Affaires of the Russian Embassy in Morocco. This year marks the 81st anniversary of Victory Day, commemorating Nazi Germany’s surrender to Allied forces in 1945. Victory Day is observed in Russia and several other former Soviet states on May 9. Victory in Europe Day is marked in many Western countries on May 8, reflecting the time difference when Germany’s surrender came into effect. The Kremlin said this year's iconic military parade on Red Square was downsized over the 'terrorist threat' from Ukraine, while the Defence Ministry warned of a "massive retaliatory strike on Kiev" in the event of any attempt to disrupt celebrations. US President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine running from May 9 to 11, with a prisoner exchange of 1,000 per side. Moscow and Kiev both supported the initiative. "
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