Ukrainian troops to march in London’s VE Day parade

WorldPolitics
4 May 2025 • 4:25 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Ukrainian troops will participate in London's VE Day procession alongside UK forces, marking the 80th anniversary of the Allied victory over the Nazis.
  • This inclusion symbolises global support for Ukraine's defense against Russia's invasion, the UK’s Ministry of Defence says.
  • The Ukrainian contingent comprises personnel training in Britain under Operation Interflex, a UK-led program that has trained over 54,000 Ukrainian recruits.
  • The procession will include around 1,000 UK service personnel and will be witnessed by WWII veterans.
  • Events across the UK will mark the anniversary, including a tea party hosted by the King and Queen and a concert at the Palace of Westminster.

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