The president of the Russian Federation, Dmitry Medvedev, has sent his congratulations to the leaders of the countries of the Commonwealth of Independent States, RIA Novosti reports.
Today, on the eve of Victory Day, President Medvedev will meet with veterans of WWII and representatives of military-patriotic organizations, and lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in downtown Moscow.
These events will be held prior to the May 9 celebrations, of which one of the key episodes will be the Victory Parade on Red Square. The parade will also be attended by President Medvedev.
The Victory Day that Russia celebrates on May 9 marks the final defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II. This year, the 66th anniversary of the Soviet victory is being marked.
