Royal Tribute: Commemorating 80 Years Since Victory in Europe

King Charles and Prince William mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day with wreath-laying ceremonies and a thanksgiving service at Westminster Abbey. The event commemorates the unconditional surrender of Nazi Germany and honors veterans, amid ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

In a symbolic tribute to the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, Britain's King Charles and Prince William will lay wreaths at Westminster Abbey. This marks the conclusion of four days of commemorations across the nation, honoring Nazi Germany's unconditional surrender on May 8, 1945.

The historic event is observed globally, with France, Germany, and Russia holding their own commemorations. In the U.K., Prime Minister Keir Starmer praised the day as a celebration of defiance and courage, while Russia's President Putin highlighted the nation's stand against 'neo-Nazism,' a narrative contested by Ukraine.

As living veterans, now in their 90s or older, attend their last major celebration, events extend beyond the Abbey with parades and concerts, culminating in the anticipation of King Charles and Queen Camilla attending a special concert at Horse Guards Parade.

(With inputs from agencies.)