What is Russia’s ‘Victory Day’ and what might it mean for Ukraine?

In Russia, Victory Day is one of the most popular and important holidays, typically celebrated with military parades, festivals and fireworks across the country to celebrate the Russian triumph over Nazi Germany in World War II.

Victory Day this year comes amid a devastating war Russia is waging with its neighbor Ukraine.

Some fear that Russia could hasten for a notable victory to capitalize on the holiday, especially with Russian President Vladimir Putin preparing for a new offensive in the eastern region of Ukraine.