Russia celebrates WWII victory

A self-propelled howitzer rolls through Red Square.

Russian soldiers in historical uniforms march through Red Square.

Military cadets hold portraits of young Soviets killed in World War II. Behind them is a giant “1941,” the year the Soviet Union entered the war.

A Russian intercontinental ballistic missile system rolls through Red Square.

Russian IL-76 transport planes fly above Moscow’s Red Square.

Russian soldiers prepare to take part in the parade at Red Square.

A Russian veteran of World War II is escorted to the VIP section at Red Square before the Victory Parade.

A World War II veteran arrives at Moscow’s Red Square for Saturday’s 70th anniversary Victory Day celebration.

A Russian honor guard marches through Red Square during the parade.