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Germany Bars Russian Officials From WWII Commemorations, Russian Embassy Holds Separate Tribute

The decision, tied to concerns over Ukraine and propaganda, has sparked protests and alternative ceremonies by Russian representatives.

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Overview

  • The Brandenburgische Stiftung Gedenkstätten formally disinvited Russian and Belarusian officials from 80th-anniversary WWII memorial events out of respect for Ukrainian guests.
  • Russian Ambassador Sergej Netschajew protested the exclusion and led a separate silent commemoration at Sachsenhausen to honor Red Army soldiers.
  • The German Foreign Office recommended the exclusion, citing fears that Russia might exploit the events for propaganda linked to its war in Ukraine.
  • Brandenburg officials, including Minister-President Dietmar Woidke, supported the decision, but domestic political voices remain divided on the policy.
  • The foundation's director, Axel Drecoll, confirmed plans to enforce house rights to prevent unsanctioned appearances by Russian representatives at official ceremonies.