Today Europe commemorates the 80th anniversary of what is known as Victory in Europe (VE Day): the defeat of Nazi Germany and the end of the Second World War. It was so named to "reflect the fact that ...

As Western alliances unravel, Europe is entering an era that seems distant from what VE Day represented, the BBC's Katya Adler writes.

Thursday marks 80 years since Victory in Europe Day, when the Allies accepted Nazi Germany's unconditional surrender. The day will be marked with memorials and moments of silence across Europe.

In the lead-up to this VE Day anniversary, people across Europe are weighing what may be required to keep the peace.

Yet Victory in Europe Day in 2025 also comes with a solemn acknowledgement of the passing of what’s become widely known as the “Greatest Generation,” as well as a sense of unease around the ...

The Government have announced a major boost for pubs on May 5 VICTORY in Europe (VE) Day is one of the most important days in the UK calendar. The huge 2025 celebrations are planned to be some ...

Bishop Auckland will celebrate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe with a 1945-themed event hosted by The Auckland Projec, featuring ...

Red lanterns lit up the night sky Thursday, May 8 at the Texas Panhandle War Memorial Center as community members gathered to ...

The Leeds United Foundation’s veterans group recently recognised Victory in Europe Day (VE Day) laying a wreath outside ...

A VE Day veteran has been honoured by the Lord Lieutenant of Shropshire with a special presentation of commemorative coins.

Today Europe commemorates the 80th anniversary of what is known as Victory in Europe (VE Day): the defeat of Nazi Germany and the end of the Second World War. It was so named to "reflect the fact ...