Tens of thousands of people crowded the streets of the capital Hanoi, most of whom were wearing red shirts and holding Vietnamese flags, in a strong show of nationalism in the Communist-run country.

HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — Vietnam marked its National Day on Tuesday with its largest military parade in decades, as thousands packed the streets of the capital, Hanoi, after many camped overnight to ...

Vietnamese troops take part in a military parade on the occasion of Vietnam’s 80th National Day in Hanoi, Vietnam, September 2, 2025. Credit: Facebook/Quân Đội Nhân Dân Việt Nam – Vietnam People’s ...

HANOI, Sept 2 (Reuters) - Vietnam celebrated the 80th anniversary of its declaration of independence from colonial rule on Tuesday, with its largest military parade in decades, unprecedented cash ...