The Kremlin reported that 29 world leaders are expected to participate in the celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. These events are scheduled for Friday in Moscow.

Hundreds of people have taken part in a parade in Lancashire to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day. The march through the Ribble Valley, led by the Accrington Pipe Band, saw around 500 residents walk from St John's church in Read to the Constitutional Club in Simonstone on Monday.

Cities from London to Moscow will be awash with parades, flyovers and memorials this week as the world marks the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day — the day Nazi Germany surrendered to Allied

Twice in the past two days, Ukrainian drones have threatened Moscow, but it is unlikely they will disrupt the Kremlin’s showcase Victory Day celebration.

The assault came two days ahead of a unilateral three-day ceasefire announced by President Vladimir Putin to coincide with celebrations in marking Victory Day in World War II.

Ukrainian drones targeted Moscow for the second consecutive night on Monday, as the Russian capital prepared for Victory Day celebrations.