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Russia's Immortal Regiment demonstrations have petered out, reflecting a distaste for grassroots patriotism.
A few things were notably absent (and present) from this year's Victory Day parade.
The leaders of a handful of Russian regions have canceled Victory Day parades, citing security concerns.
Zelensky proclaims May 9 "Europe Day" before the WWII anniversary.
Over 125 citizens were detained during Immortal Regiment processions across Russia.
Vladimir Putin signed a decree promising support to children of fallen soldiers.
In this week's Odder News, Victory Day surprises, ideas to increase vaccination, and a mass wedding in the sky.
“Russian means rested."
– Twitter user @zhenya_indigo appreciated a surprise long holiday for the first ten days of May in the Russian Federation. Earlier in the week, Russian President Vladimir Putin approved the request of Anna Popova, the head of Rospotrebnadzor, when she proposed consecutive days of holiday for Russia’s citizens. In addition to Labor Day on May 1 and Victory Day on May 9, the population will have the fourth through the seventh to rest. “If you think that it is necessary, well, we will do so,” Putin said in response to the proposal.
This week, Spotify comes to Russia, Crimea is a hot tourist destination (like always), and three cases of corruption: one big, one small, and one straight out of a spy movie.
This year's Victory Day parade was a sight to behold— and we might be seeing its effects for the next 16 years.
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