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Vladimir Putin defended his just war in Ukraine during the victory parade in Moscow.

Russia's president accused Ukraine of violating a three-day ceasefire which started on Saturday,

but did not explain how.

The annual celebration of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany was an

unusually modest affair for fear of a Ukrainian attack. The Kremlin also turned off Moscow's internet.

Peter Maja took office as Hungary's prime minister, bringing to an end Victor Orban's decade and a half

in power. The new government promises to undo many of Mr. Orban's authoritarian

policies. I will not rule over Hungary. I will serve my country, said Mr. Madja. He called on Tamashoyok,

Hungary's president, to resign for having failed to stand up to Mr. Orban. At least seven people

were killed by Israeli strikes in Lebanon, according to health officials.

Israel said it was targeting militants from Hezbollah and Iran-backed militia.

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