The parade, organized by the Kremlin in Moscow, did not make an impression as expected on foreign observers, – many Western media write in their comments on the theatrical event in the Russian capital on May 9 (Victory Day), which was broadcast live on Russian television channels.

The Lebanese army has said that it is revoking measures taken by the government against Hezbollah, the Shia opposition group, and asked all armed fighters to withdraw from the streets of Beirut.

During a briefing in Georgian capital Tbilisi US Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Matthew Bryza avoided answering the question whether the US intends to sign a military assistance treaty with Georgia.