Germany To Ban Russian, Belarusian, And Soviet Symbols During May 8–9 WWII Commemorations

Berlin authorities will prohibit the display of Russian, Belarusian, and Soviet flags, along with symbols associated with Russia’s war against Ukraine, during commemorations on May 8 and 9.

According to Berliner Morgenpost, Berlin police confirmed that the restrictions will apply at key Soviet memorial sites across the city, including Tiergarten, Treptower Park, and Schönholzer Heide, where official ceremonies marking the end of World War II in Europe are held annually.

The same source reports that banned items include national flags of Russia, Belarus, the former Soviet Union, and Chechnya, as well as military uniforms, insignia, and symbols such as the letters “Z” and “V,” which are widely associated with Russia’s military campaign.

The prohibition also extends to St. George’s ribbons, portraits of Russian, Belarusian, and Chechen leaders, and the public performance of Russian military songs or marches.

According to Berliner Morgenpost, authorities will also restrict displays of maps or imagery portraying Ukraine’s temporarily occupied territories as part of Russia, as well as flags of self-proclaimed entities established under Russian control.

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At the same time, Ukrainian symbols will not be subject to the ban following appeals from Ukrainian organizations in Germany, Berliner Morgenpost reported. Limited exemptions will apply to World War II veterans and diplomats.

Earlier, several regions across Russia scaled back or canceled May 9 Victory Day parades due to security concerns linked to potential Ukrainian drone strikes, with authorities replacing large public events with limited or online formats and, in some cities, proceeding without military equipment.

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