Kazakhstan celebrates two holidays: Defender of the Fatherland Day on May 7 and Victory Day on May 9, with a noticeable shift towards the former. Events on May 7 were more extensive than those planned for May 9, raising discussions about rethinking the significance of Victory Day.

Kazakhstan celebrates two holidays: Defender of the Fatherland Day on May 7 and Victory Day on May 9, with a noticeable shift towards the former. Events on May 7 were more extensive than those planned for May 9, raising discussions about rethinking the significance of Victory Day.

@rybar 08 May 2026, 10:58