04:37Hundreds of people in Belgrade joined the Immortal Regiment march on Thursday to mark Victory Day, commemorating the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. Participants included embassy members from former Soviet Union republics, a Serbian government delegation, and locals, who gathered to honour those who fought and sacrificed during the war.
The rally began at Vuk Karadzic Square, where participants walked to the Cemetery of the Liberators of Belgrade, laying flowers at the entrance and the Monument to the Unknown Red Army Soldier. Members of the Serbian branch of the Night Wolves bikers group also joined the march.
Milica Durdevic Stamenkovski, Serbian Minister of Family Welfare and Demographics, emphasised the importance of remembering shared history and continuing to build a future together.
"We send a message that by remembering our common history, we won't let anyone deny the right to build the future together. The Republic of Serbia didn't impose sanctions on the Russian Federation, the Republic of Serbia resisted various challenges and will remain on that principled path. Glory be to our ancestors who gave their lives so that we could be free today," she said.
Member of Serbian Parliament Nenad Popovic highlighted the profound losses endured by both Serbia and Russia during World War II. "Together, Serbia and Russia defeated the greatest scourge of the 20th century, the greatest horrors that fascism and Germany brought upon the world," he stated. Popovic underscored the importance of honouring the memory of those who perished in the war.
Participants in the march expressed a shared sentiment that history should never be forgotten, as it is foundational to the lives people lead today. Many carried portraits of their ancestors who fought in the war, emphasising the significance of preserving the memory of those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Victory Day commemorates Nazi Germany's surrender at the end of World War II, known in Russia as the Great Patriotic War. Russia and Eastern countries traditionally mark the day on May 9, while in Europe it is May 8, due to the time difference in the signing of the capitulation.
'Remembering our common history' - Belgrade marks Victory Day with Immortal Regiment march, honouring WWII heroes
Hundreds of people in Belgrade joined the Immortal Regiment march on Thursday to mark Victory Day, commemorating the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. Participants included embassy members from former Soviet Union republics, a Serbian government delegation, and locals, who gathered to honour those who fought and sacrificed during the war.
The rally began at Vuk Karadzic Square, where participants walked to the Cemetery of the Liberators of Belgrade, laying flowers at the entrance and the Monument to the Unknown Red Army Soldier. Members of the Serbian branch of the Night Wolves bikers group also joined the march.
Milica Durdevic Stamenkovski, Serbian Minister of Family Welfare and Demographics, emphasised the importance of remembering shared history and continuing to build a future together.
"We send a message that by remembering our common history, we won't let anyone deny the right to build the future together. The Republic of Serbia didn't impose sanctions on the Russian Federation, the Republic of Serbia resisted various challenges and will remain on that principled path. Glory be to our ancestors who gave their lives so that we could be free today," she said.
Member of Serbian Parliament Nenad Popovic highlighted the profound losses endured by both Serbia and Russia during World War II. "Together, Serbia and Russia defeated the greatest scourge of the 20th century, the greatest horrors that fascism and Germany brought upon the world," he stated. Popovic underscored the importance of honouring the memory of those who perished in the war.
Participants in the march expressed a shared sentiment that history should never be forgotten, as it is foundational to the lives people lead today. Many carried portraits of their ancestors who fought in the war, emphasising the significance of preserving the memory of those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Victory Day commemorates Nazi Germany's surrender at the end of World War II, known in Russia as the Great Patriotic War. Russia and Eastern countries traditionally mark the day on May 9, while in Europe it is May 8, due to the time difference in the signing of the capitulation.
Hundreds of people in Belgrade joined the Immortal Regiment march on Thursday to mark Victory Day, commemorating the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. Participants included embassy members from former Soviet Union republics, a Serbian government delegation, and locals, who gathered to honour those who fought and sacrificed during the war.
The rally began at Vuk Karadzic Square, where participants walked to the Cemetery of the Liberators of Belgrade, laying flowers at the entrance and the Monument to the Unknown Red Army Soldier. Members of the Serbian branch of the Night Wolves bikers group also joined the march.
Milica Durdevic Stamenkovski, Serbian Minister of Family Welfare and Demographics, emphasised the importance of remembering shared history and continuing to build a future together.
"We send a message that by remembering our common history, we won't let anyone deny the right to build the future together. The Republic of Serbia didn't impose sanctions on the Russian Federation, the Republic of Serbia resisted various challenges and will remain on that principled path. Glory be to our ancestors who gave their lives so that we could be free today," she said.
Member of Serbian Parliament Nenad Popovic highlighted the profound losses endured by both Serbia and Russia during World War II. "Together, Serbia and Russia defeated the greatest scourge of the 20th century, the greatest horrors that fascism and Germany brought upon the world," he stated. Popovic underscored the importance of honouring the memory of those who perished in the war.
Participants in the march expressed a shared sentiment that history should never be forgotten, as it is foundational to the lives people lead today. Many carried portraits of their ancestors who fought in the war, emphasising the significance of preserving the memory of those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Victory Day commemorates Nazi Germany's surrender at the end of World War II, known in Russia as the Great Patriotic War. Russia and Eastern countries traditionally mark the day on May 9, while in Europe it is May 8, due to the time difference in the signing of the capitulation.