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Two-hour parade rehearsal in Ba Dinh Square

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For the first time, 31 fighter jets and helicopters joined more than 16,300 military personnel and dozens of military artillery vehicles and specialized police vehicles in a parade rehearsal in Ba Dinh Square on the morning of 30/8.

Den Vau and artists rehearse for parade

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Den Vau, Hoang Thuy Linh and many colleagues stayed up all night to participate in the parade rehearsal on the morning of 30/8.

Su-30MK2 fighters deploy flares over Ba Dinh square

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Formations of Su-30MK2 fighter jets released flares over the capital city during the National Day parade rehearsal on Tuesday morning, August 30, as crowds below cheered excitedly.

Hanoi eateries stay open all night to serve parade spectators

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Many eateries along the parade route and staging areas remained open throughout the night, increasing food supplies and staff to accommodate the crowds.

Hanoi residents brave rain for parade rehearsal preview

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Twelve hours before the parade rehearsal, people flocked to the streets around Ba Dinh square to secure their spots, despite heavy rain on the evening of 29/8.

Veterans' songs uplift spirits before parade rehearsal

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Tran Van Luan, 68, walked along Hung Vuong street, leading hundreds in a chorus of "Like Uncle Ho on the great victory day".

Free food and refreshments offered to parade spectators in Hanoi

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Many families along the parade routes in Hanoi have prepared hundreds of meals, dozens of kilograms of fruit, and drinks to set up "refreshment stations," offering them free to those waiting to watch the parade.

Hanoi road closures announced for August 29-30

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Hanoi police have announced road closures from 10 p.m. on August 29 to 1 p.m. on August 30 for a parade rehearsal at 6:30 a.m. on August 30.

Tips for watching the SU-30MK2 'cobra' squadron

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The SU-30MK2 "cobra" jet squadron will perform for the first time over Ba Dinh Square during the 80th National Day celebrations at 6:30 a.m. on 2/9.

War veteran's unexpected Hanoi trip for National Day parade

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Nguyen Van Minh, 68, planned to sleep on the sidewalk, with only 3 million VND for 7 days in Hanoi to watch the National Day parade.

Soldier grieves father's passing while training for A80 national day parade

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Private first class Phan Gia Huy, of the 3rd Battalion, 1st Regiment, 324th Division, was training for the A80 event when he received news of his father's death in his hometown of Dong Hoi, Quang Tri.

Staying safe and healthy while watching the parade

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Standing in crowds for hours poses health risks. Experts advise on essential supplies and how to handle emergencies.

Man challenges police at Hanoi rehearsal security checkpoint

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A 26-year-old man is facing charges after verbally challenging police officers at a security checkpoint during a rehearsal for Hanoi's A80 celebrations.

Hanoi restaurants boom during parade rehearsals

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Restaurants near parade routes experienced a surge in customers before the rehearsals, leading to overcrowding and early sell-outs.

Parade rehearsal draws massive crowds in Hanoi

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Crowds packed Hanoi's iconic streets, including those near the Grand Opera House, Flag Tower, and Hanoi Railway Station, cheering on parade formations during the rehearsal on 27/8.

International visitors join Vietnamese crowds to watch parade rehearsal

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Many international visitors joined the large crowds lining the streets of central Hanoi, waving flags and cheering the parade formations on the evening of 27/8.

Troops and equipment gather for national day parade rehearsal

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Three hours before the parade rehearsal, military and police forces converged on Ba Dinh square on Sunday 27/8, greeted by the cheers of thousands.