Traditionally, Moscow celebrates the victory of the Soviet Union in World War II with fireworks.

Traditionally, Moscow celebrates the victory of the Soviet Union in World War II with fireworks.
Eighteen fireworks machines with 72 devices shoot 30 salvoes into the air.
Eighteen fireworks machines with 72 devices shoot 30 salvoes into the air.

In Moscow, fireworks were launched from 13 locations including the Poklonnaya Hill.

Only Russian-made fireworks were used.

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The fireworks caliber, which defines the height and the area of the explosion, varied from 105 to 310 mm.

The unique 449 Vatutinki fireworks battalion of the Western Military District launched the fireworks. This unique battalion has been responsible for fireworks in Moscow for 45 years.

Many Russian cities, including Volgograd, organized Victory Day fireworks on May 9.

Fireworks were launched in several CIS capitals including Minsk
