State-level rehearsal of the military parade celebrating the 80th anniversary of National Day 2.9

08:14 August 30, 2025

People cheered to welcome the parade blocks.

On the streets of Hanoi , people cheered to welcome the parade.

The parade blocks passing through Trang Tien street were welcomed with open arms by the people.

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People waved at the parade

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Female military band

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Engineering Block

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People cheered as the armored column passed through Tran Phu - Nguyen Tri Phuong street.

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Female Commando Block

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Women's Information Block

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Special Forces Block

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People waved to the military convoy at the Hung Vuong - Tran Phu intersection.

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08:13 August 30, 2025

Parade blocks pass through the streets of Hanoi

At the Cua Nam intersection, people on both sides of the street cheered and welcomed the parades passing by.

Leading the way is the command vehicle representing the military and militia forces.

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Air Defense - Air Force Officer Block

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Naval Officer Block

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Coast Guard Officer Block

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Female soldiers of the United Nations Peacekeeping Force of the Vietnam People's Army

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Over the past 10 years of construction and development, more than 1,000 blue beret soldiers have successfully completed the mission assigned by the United Nations; promoting the spirit of independence, self-reliance, friendship and cooperation; affirming that Vietnam is a friend, a reliable partner and a responsible member of the international community.

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Female Medical Officers Block

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Vietnamese Women's Militia Block.

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Men's militia block

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Southern Guerrilla Bloc

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08:12 August 30, 2025

Special vehicles of the People's Public Security force

Participating in this parade rehearsal, the People's Public Security force is introducing its equipment.

The vehicle blocks include the Traffic Command Vehicle Block; the Vehicle Block for protecting and escorting Party and State leaders and international delegations; the Special Anti-Terrorism Vehicle Block of the Special Police Force; the Mobile Combat Command Center Vehicle Block...

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In addition, the vehicle performs the task of establishing and maintaining communications, transmitting audio and visual data at the scene from fixed and mobile surveillance cameras, unmanned aerial vehicles, etc. in real time with the Command Center of the Ministry of Public Security; quickly and effectively serving the command, direction, and direct combat operations at the scene of the People's Public Security force.

In addition, there are also special armored bulletproof vehicles; special underwater combat vehicles of the Mobile Police force; special multi-purpose combat support vehicles; and special anti-riot vehicles.

Fire fighting and rescue vehicle block

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The fire prevention, fire fighting, rescue and emergency vehicles of the police force also made a strong impression. Leading the way was the fire fighting, rescue and emergency command vehicle, followed by the multi-purpose fire truck, equipped with a 5,000-liter water tank, a high-capacity pump, capable of spraying and pumping water flexibly, the vehicle was equipped with a lighting system and a fixed rescue winch system on the vehicle.

The next modern ladder truck is capable of reaching up to 32 m high, rotating 360 degrees, supporting fire fighting and rescuing people in high-rise buildings.

08:02 August 30, 2025

Military and special vehicles blocks

Moving past the stage were T-54B and T-55 tanks. These were completely upgraded vehicles, resembling solid "steel fortresses".

Equipped with a powerful 100mm main gun, combined with a powerful anti-aircraft machine gun system and coaxial machine gun, the T-54B and T-55 tanks have a crew of 4 operating smoothly, converging overwhelming firepower, flexible mobility and outstanding defense capabilities.

Special tank block

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The improved T-54B version is equipped with many smart features, optimizing combat performance, when combined with the skillful control skills of the crew, it becomes a highly effective assault force with overwhelming attack power on all battlefields.

Next are the T-90S and T-62 tanks. The T-62 tank with its 105mm main gun and coaxial gun proves its durability and reliability.

The T-90S is the most modern tank in the world. With a crew of 3, the T-90S is equipped with a 125mm coaxial machine gun and the ability to launch missiles through the gun barrel.

Next is the amphibious armored vehicle block - a symbol of mobility with four advanced types.

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Military vehicles turn to Dien Bien street

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07:33 August 30, 2025

Eye-catching aircraft dropping heat traps in Hanoi sky

For the first time in the sky of Hanoi, people were able to admire three YAK 130 planes dropping heat traps, which was very pleasing to the eye.

Eye-catching aircraft dropping heat traps in Hanoi sky

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People love watching aerobatic planes in the air.

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07:28 August 30, 2025

Foreign military blocs participate in the rehearsal

Also participating in the A80 parade rehearsal were the armies of Laos, Cambodia, China, and Russia.

The Chinese bloc of 120 soldiers from the Chinese People's Liberation Army just arrived in Hanoi at noon yesterday, August 29, to participate in the rehearsal today.

Chinese military bloc after passing the podium

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The Russian Army bloc participating in the parade in Vietnam this time includes 33 soldiers, all very young and this is their first time coming to Vietnam.

Lieutenant Mikhailov Anton Vladimirovich, the block leader, was honored to stand in the Flag Group to participate in the parade to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War (May 9, 1945 - May 9, 2025) at Red Square in Moscow (Russian Federation). This was also the first time the Vietnam People's Army delegation participated in a parade in Russia.

Russian Military Bloc

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The Lao People's Army was established on January 20, 1949, and is the main armed force, the spearhead of the Lao National Revolution. In the national liberation struggles of the two countries, the Lao People's Army has always stood side by side, closely associated with the Vietnam People's Army to build a fighting alliance, defeat the invaders, and gain national independence for each country.

Accepting Vietnam's invitation to participate in the parade, the Royal Cambodian Army participated in two joint training sessions at Ba Dinh Square.

In the long-standing tradition of friendship and solidarity between the two countries, the Cambodian Army and the Vietnam People's Army have always stood side by side, helped each other, and fought against common enemies until they achieved victory, bringing peace, independence, and freedom to their respective countries.

07:16 August 30, 2025

The blocks are advancing across the stage.

Following the Honor Block are the blocks of the People's Army force marching across the stage. Leading the way is the Honor Block of the three military branches.

Artillery and Missile Corps soldiers marching past the stage

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The three military services of the Army, Navy, and Air Defense - Air Force form an invincible strength on land, at sea, and in the air; they are the core force of the heroic Vietnam People's Army, which together with the entire people has achieved resounding victories in the struggle for national independence and reunification.

Next are the Women's Military Band, Army Officers, Vietnam People's Navy, Air Defense - Air Force Officers, Border Guard Officers...

The walking blocks of the Vietnam People's Army after passing the podium

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These are all revolutionary, regular, elite, modern forces of the Vietnam People's Army. They are following the glorious tradition, ready to fight, to maintain peace, independence, and territorial integrity of the Fatherland.

Majestic and proud moments from Ba Dinh Square

07:04 August 30, 2025

Helicopters carrying the Party flag and the national flag fly over Ba Dinh Square

Leading the formation were squadrons of armed helicopters Mi-171, Mi-17, Mi-8, carrying the Party flag and the national flag flying over historic Ba Dinh Square.

Helicopter squadron flying the Party flag and the national flag over Ba Dinh Square

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Next is the formation of Casa C-295 and C212i transport aircraft, considered the "silent warriors" of the sky with the mission of combat coordination, target reconnaissance, military transport, and the noble mission of search, rescue and relief.

Each flight is a combination of steel spirit and modern aviation technology, contributing to enhancing the combat power of the army. Today's transport aircraft force is continuing to write a glorious history, affirming the bravery and intelligence of the heroic Vietnam People's Air Force.

Casa aircraft formation

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Also participating in the welcome flight were Yak-130 and L-39LG combat training aircraft. These are modern multi-role training aircraft with many outstanding features; capable of flying in all weather conditions, day and night.

The presence of the Yak-130 and L-39NG formations today is a testament to the level of combat, training capacity and strength to protect national sovereignty.

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06:43 August 30, 2025

Fatherland in heart

After the torch relay, the delegates saluted the flag. Outside, people on the streets also stood up and solemnly sang the national anthem.

People hold a flag-raising ceremony on Lieu Giai - Kim Ma street

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At August Revolution Square

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In the South Gate area

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The whole city was immersed in the heroic, seething atmosphere of the nation, of the great August Revolution days.

Everyone sees the Fatherland in their hearts.

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Veteran whose father and brother were soldiers, anxiously waiting to watch the parade rehearsal

06:40 August 30, 2025

The A80 parade rehearsal begins

At exactly 6:30 a.m., the state-level rehearsal program for the celebration, parade, and march to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day, September 2 (A80) began.

The final practice session was on a scale equivalent to an official event, with the participation of the air force.

Blocks ready for dress rehearsal

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The performance begins the A80 rehearsal ceremony.

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06:20 August 30, 2025

Prime Minister attends rehearsal ceremony

At this time, at Ba Dinh Square, preparations were complete. The team formation was neat.

Attending the rehearsal for the military parade to celebrate the 80th anniversary of National Day on September 2 were Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Permanent Secretary of the Secretariat Tran Cam Tu, Head of the Central Propaganda and Education Commission Nguyen Trong Nghia, Deputy Prime Ministers Nguyen Hoa Binh, Mai Van Chinh...

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Party and Government leaders attend the rehearsal

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05:58 August 30, 2025

Volunteers help welcome delegates

In the reception area for delegates, from the vehicle assembly area to the security gate, the police force and volunteers coordinated very well to ensure the best reception.

Each volunteer directly took the delegations from the vehicle assembly area to the security checkpoints according to the layout of the organizing committee, ensuring order and convenience. Elderly delegates, wounded and sick soldiers were guided to the electric cars to move.

Volunteers coordinated with the police force to welcome and guide the delegations to the security gates to enter Ba Dinh Square.

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Delegates were given the national flag.

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Volunteers supporting seriously wounded soldiers

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Elderly delegates and wounded and sick soldiers were assisted by volunteers to board electric cars to move to Ba Dinh Square.

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At My Dinh Stadium, the authorities prioritize veterans and the elderly to sit in the front row and stand in the most convenient and clearest viewing position.

Veterans were excited when the authorities guided and arranged their seats.

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Elderly people are given priority to sit in the front row.

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05:58 August 30, 2025

Authorities distribute food to people

After spending an almost sleepless night waiting, people this morning received free meals from the authorities. These were tasks that the logistics team had prepared in advance.

Authorities distribute bread to people for breakfast.

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400 eggs and many free fruits shared with parade viewers

Previously, Hanoi City prepared about 60,000 items (hats, flags, paper fans), hundreds of thousands of snacks, along with 1 million bottles of water and 800,000 cakes to serve the people.

Small meals warm people's hearts after a night of waiting to watch the parade

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The city also arranged shelters from the rain and sun and organized free bus routes for people, especially the elderly, from other localities to Hanoi.

05:56 August 30, 2025

The fireworks are ready.

Early this morning, there was heavy rain in the area of My Dinh National Stadium. Immediately after the rain stopped, preparations for the ceremonial artillery were carried out very urgently. Currently, 15 ceremonial artillery pieces are ready for the state-level rehearsal of the parade, operating A80.

The fireworks are ready.

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Previously, from August 19, a ceremonial artillery battery of 15 cannons of the 45th Artillery Brigade was assembled here to serve the A80 event, celebrating the 80th anniversary of the successful August Revolution and National Day on September 2.

15 ceremonial cannons were assembled at My Dinh National Stadium from August 19 to prepare for the grand ceremony.

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Like the previous two rehearsals and rehearsals, at today's rehearsal, after the ceremonial fireworks are fired, the parade will officially begin.

05:41 August 30, 2025

Weather forecast at Ba Dinh Square in the coming hours

Early this morning, the Northern Hydrometeorological Station forecasts that the weather in Ba Dinh Square from 5 to 7 am will be partly cloudy with a probability of 60 to 65%. From 7 to 8 am, there will be no rain.

According to the latest forecast from the Northern Hydrometeorological Station, from about 6-10 am this morning, in the Ba Dinh Square area, there will be mainly no rain, there is a possibility of only 1-2 small clouds passing by, causing light rain for about 5-10 minutes, insignificant rain.

Heavy rain before the rehearsal caused difficulties for preparations.

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Ba Dinh Square before the rehearsal: Female delegate gracefully in Ao Dai

05:06 August 30, 2025

Thousands of people lined up overnight

At 5:00 a.m. on August 30, the Tran Phu - Hoang Dieu intersection was packed with people lining up since last night, August 29. Many people spread out plastic sheets and tarps to sleep right inside the park.

Thousands of people waited overnight on Tran Phu Street

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00:01:43

Songs on a historic day

Volunteers have also been deployed to support the people and ensure security and order. In the photo is a team of young volunteers from universities in the city.

Volunteer teams deployed to assist people

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As the morning wore on, more and more people flocked to Tran Phu Street to wait for the convoy of military equipment to pass by.

People flocked to Tran Phu street.

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Even on Dao Tan street, although there was no parade or procession passing by, because they arrived late, thousands of people had to line up here.

Dao Tan Street is crowded even though no one is passing by.

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05:06 August 30, 2025

Ba Dinh Square in heavy rain

Heavy rain at 4:40 made preparations for the rehearsal more difficult.

The drum team moved in the heavy rain.

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The service force is very hard working.

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The parade participants had to wear raincoats.

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Thousands of people wearing raincoats and holding umbrellas waited in the stands.

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04:50 August 30, 2025

Chinese military practices for rehearsal

At around 4 o'clock, the Chinese army arrived at Ba Dinh Square. Here, the soldiers practiced marching in unison and saluting at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum to prepare for the rehearsal.
The Chinese army is one of four foreign armies participating in the parade to celebrate the 80th anniversary of National Day on September 2. 120 Chinese soldiers just landed at Noi Bai on the afternoon of August 29 and this is the first time the Chinese army has participated in joint training for the A80 parade.

Practice walking in preparation for the rehearsal

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120 Chinese soldiers participate in the parade to celebrate the 80th anniversary of National Day, September 2

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This is the first time the Chinese military bloc has participated in joint training for the A80 parade.

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04:00 August 30, 2025

Tanks and military vehicles at the assembly point

At 3 a.m., a convoy of tracked tanks passed through Thanh Nien Street, one after another, heading toward Ba Dinh Square. The military equipment was warmly welcomed by thousands of people who had been waiting in line all night along the roads.

Block of tanks and tracked vehicles after going from Quan Thanh gathered on Thanh Nien street

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People stay up all night waiting for the parade

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The tank convoy passed Tran Quoc Pagoda in a majestic and heroic manner.

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03:24 August 30, 2025

Soldiers perform all night to interact with the people

On Trang Tien Street, the area in front of the Opera House, many officers and soldiers of the Political Officer School sang all night long to serve the people. The atmosphere was extremely vibrant and bustling around the August Revolution Square.

People cheered and sang with the soldiers.

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Besides, the soldiers also performed many pieces with majestic and soulful melodies, imbued with national cultural identity and received cheers and encouragement from the people.

Soldiers sang all night long to serve the people, creating an extremely vibrant atmosphere around the August Revolution Square.

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"Heart shooting" screen

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23:32 August 29, 2025

If you don't watch it now, you never know when you'll have the chance.

At 12 noon on August 29, Mr. Huan (28 years old, residing in Ban Gian commune, Phu Tho) with his wife and 3-year-old daughter left their hometown for the capital to watch the parade.

Mr. Huan and his 3-year-old daughter "camped out" on Thuy Khue street waiting to see the tank.

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At 2:00 p.m., the whole family arrived at Thuy Khue Street, deciding to "camp out" here to watch tanks and other equipment move into the square.

Because they have a small child, the couple prepared milk, diapers, snacks, and blankets. They planned to sleep overnight on the sidewalk, waiting for the parade tomorrow morning.

"It's hard work, but fun. Later on, we'll have memories for our spouses and children to tell each other. If we don't watch it now, we don't know when we'll have the chance again," Huan shared.

23:15 August 29, 2025

Give up your seat to a veteran

Present on Dien Bien Phu street, Mr. Ngo Quoc Hoi, 67 years old, a veteran in Thai Nguyen, said that his father participated in the Dien Bien Phu battle and participated in the attack on the Independence Palace in 1975. Therefore, he has gone to see A70, A50 and now is waiting to see A80.

Veteran Ngo Quoc Hoi said he went to see both A70 and A50, and is now waiting to see A80.

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"I know there are seats for veterans here. But I wanted to choose this position because I was waiting to capture the image of the crawler convoy passing by," said Mr. Hoi, adding that he had been waiting since 3 p.m. on August 29 but did not feel tired at all.

"I am very happy and proud. I am almost 70 years old this year. I don't know if I will be healthy enough to go in the future. So while I am still healthy, I want to record images to later educate my children and grandchildren about the traditions of our ancestors," Mr. Hoi added.

Many people nearby were very proud when they learned that Mr. Hoi's father and brother had participated in major battles. They happily lent him chairs, offered him drinks, talked with him, and took pictures with him.

23:10 August 29, 2025

It's raining again

At 11pm, it started to rain again in Ba Dinh Square. However, people still did not leave their seats, sitting with umbrellas waiting.

It's raining again on Thanh Nien street.

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People sat on the sidewalk to help each other shelter from the rain. Those with umbrellas shared them, while those with tarpaulins stretched them out for others to shelter from. The space was narrow and humid, but everyone was happy and chatting away, creating a warm moment in the rain.

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23:00 August 29, 2025

'Party' right on the sidewalk, stay up until dawn

On the sidewalk of Thanh Nien Street from Ring Road 1 towards Ba Dinh Square, people prepare boiled chicken, food, fruit and soft drinks to "party" and wait to watch the parade.

A group of young people prepare food for the night

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22:50 August 29, 2025

Open the door to invite people to watch the parade and sleep overnight

Mr. Diep, 40 years old, owner of Hoa Huong restaurant (No. 6 Thuy Khue) decided to dedicate the entire 250 square meters of the restaurant floor to support people going to watch the parade to have a place to sleep overnight.

Mr. Diep, the owner of a restaurant on Thuy Khue Street, opened his restaurant to help people stay overnight while waiting to watch the parade.

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"A few days ago, I saw many elderly people and children sleeping on the sidewalk. I felt so sorry. Today is the first day that people stayed up all night, so I came up with the idea. I plan to support the whole night of September 1st to serve the official parade day," said Mr. Diep.

The restaurant owner also shared that the space can accommodate up to 60 people. He plans to clear tables and chairs and spread out mats to maximize the floor space. People who want to stay will be able to stay completely free of charge.

The restaurant space can accommodate up to about 60 people.

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In addition to accommodation, every night, Mr. Diep also prepares about 50 cups of coffee and drinks to send to soldiers participating in ensuring security and order along Thuy Khue Street.

"Each person has their own way of loving their country, depending on their ability. I choose this way because within my ability, I contribute a little bit to help people have less hardship," said Mr. Diep.

In addition to accommodation, Mr. Diep also prepared coffee and drinks to send to soldiers participating in ensuring security and order.

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22:45 August 29, 2025

The owner of the vermicelli and bean curd restaurant offers free boiled eggs, fruit, and iced tea.

Ms. Nguyen Phuong Thao, owner of a vermicelli and tofu restaurant on Quan Thanh Street (Hanoi) said she has stopped selling since the first training session (August 21).

Instead of opening a shop, Ms. Thao and her family and friends prepared food and drinks to give away for free to people watching the parade.

The owner of a vermicelli and tofu restaurant on Quan Thanh Street prepares food and drinks to give away for free to people watching the parade.

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Early this morning, Ms. Thao's group divided up to go to the market early, buy 400 eggs, 60 kg of guava, 20 kg of melon and grapefruit..., and at the same time cook 25 jugs of iced tea (20 liters). At around 9 p.m., the preparations were complete, everyone put the food and drinks out in front of the shop to distribute to everyone.

The sign "The fat lady offers free iced tea and fruit" was placed right in front of the door, anyone passing by could stop by and take a portion.

"A happy day for the whole nation, only happens once every 80 years. We want to contribute a small part so that everyone has a place to rest, eat eggs to regain strength, and also an opportunity to show patriotism and love for everyone," Ms. Thao shared.

The owner of the vermicelli and bean curd restaurant offers people free iced tea and fruit.

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22:31 August 29, 2025

Take a nap amidst the hustle and bustle of the night streets

At 10 p.m., people had gathered densely at the corner of Dien Bien Phu - Hang Bong. Authorities had to increase their forces to ensure security and regulate and guide people's movement.

People lined up at the corner of Dien Bien Phu - Hang

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Similarly, the sidewalk on Nguyen Thai Hoc street is also full.

Nguyen Thai Hoc Street is full.

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Amidst the bustling, noisy atmosphere of Hanoi's night streets, some people took the opportunity to lie down and take a nap to regain their strength to watch the parade rehearsal tomorrow morning, August 30.

Take a nap to regain strength to watch the parade the next morning.

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22:05 August 29, 2025

Road closures begin

In the Thuy Khue, Hoang Hoa Tham, Thanh Nien areas..., the authorities began to regulate traffic and block roads. This is the route where tanks, tracked vehicles, and tire vehicles will gather before parading through the main stage on Hung Vuong Street.

Authorities begin to enforce road closures

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21:45 August 29, 2025

Arrange chairs and overnight accommodations for veterans, the elderly, and children

To serve people watching the A80 parade rehearsal, Ba Dinh Ward has arranged seats and overnight accommodation on August 29 for special subjects.

PB Dinh arranges seats for priority cases

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Specifically, about 12,000 chairs were neatly arranged on the sidewalks of the streets where the parade passed. In particular, at 61 Tran Phu Street, about 6,000 chairs were arranged with priority for veterans, meritorious people, the elderly, and children.

The seating arrangement demonstrates the efforts of the government and functional forces to create a solemn and organized space for people to watch the rehearsal.

21:32 August 29, 2025

The flow of people to Ba Dinh continues to be large.

The later it got, the more people flocked to Ba Dinh Square. At Yen Nghia station, people were moving to the Cat Linh - Ha Dong train heading to the city center. They wanted to take advantage of choosing a suitable position to watch the A80 rehearsal program on the morning of August 30.

People jostle in line at Yen Nghia station to take the metro to the city center.

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To meet travel needs during the National Day holiday on September 2, Hanoi Metro will operate overnight on the Cat Linh - Ha Dong and Nhon - Hanoi Railway Station elevated lines.

Accordingly, the train operates continuously from 5:30 a.m. on August 29 to 3:10 a.m. on August 30, with a frequency of 10 minutes/trip.

In the Tran Phu – Hung Vuong area, authorities continuously reminded and asked people to leave the sidewalk to ensure order and traffic safety when people poured into Ba Dinh Square.

21:05 August 29, 2025

The rain stopped, people danced and sang revolutionary songs.

At around 9pm, the rain stopped, people took off their raincoats and tarpaulins, happily dancing and singing on the sidewalk.

At house number 88 Tran Phu, people waited to watch the parade while playing music and singing revolutionary songs.

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People in Tran Phu waited to watch the parade while playing music and singing.

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Not only in Tran Phu - Hung Vuong, people in Nguyen Thai Hoc were not far behind. While waiting to watch the parade, people sang in unison 'forever in our hearts the song of the soldier'. "The song of the soldier" by musician Doan Nho made the atmosphere as bustling as an outdoor stage.

20:15 August 29, 2025

Veterans decide to "stay up all night" to watch the parade

Among the veterans lining up to watch the rehearsal tonight, Colonel Do Xuan Tam is a soldier who fought in the Southern battlefield. Near the liberation day, Mr. Tam was sent to the North to study and train source cadres.

"I still remember the day I said goodbye to my comrades, crying like rain. At that time, I just wanted to stay with my comrades, shoulder to shoulder, not wanting to leave," Mr. Tam recalled.

Colonel Do Xuan Tam (left) and his teammates waited to watch the parade.

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During these historic autumn days, Colonel Do Xuan Tam was present at two training sessions and one parade rehearsal to watch the proud march of the people's armed forces in the hearts of the people of the whole country.

Today, Mr. Tam is even happier, when the veterans are given a place of honor to watch the parade.

"Thank you to the Party, the State and Hanoi City for creating conditions for veterans to observe and watch the parade. We are happy, proud and honored to live in peacetime," Colonel Do Xuan Tam shared.

At the age of 73, Mr. Tam and his comrades sang heroic revolutionary songs of the past. The colonel of the Vietnam People's Army said he was ready to stay up all night with the people of the whole country to wait for the rehearsal tomorrow morning.

19:43 August 29, 2025

Parade route

According to plan, the route of the parade blocks and marches in the rehearsal is as follows:

The Royal Guards Block: follow the direction of Nguyen Thai Hoc - Trang Thi - Trang Tien, ending at August Revolution Square.

Walking group (Army, Police, Militia, Foreign delegation) in 3 main directions: Nguyen Thai Hoc - Kim Ma - Lieu Giai - Van Cao - Quan Ngua Stadium; Nguyen Thai Hoc - Trang Thi - Trang Tien - August Revolution Square; Nguyen Thai Hoc - Le Duan - Thong Nhat Park.

About 40,000 people will participate in the parade rehearsal.

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00:51:19

Panoramic view of the parade rehearsal on Le Duan Street on the evening of April 25

Mobile Police and Cavalry : turn onto Le Hong Phong - Ngoc Ha street, towards Bach Thao park.

Red Flag Block: turn from Le Hong Phong - Doi Can - Giang Van Minh - Kim Ma - Lieu Giai, to Quan Ngua.

Mass, Culture - Sports Block: Go straight through the stage, ending at Hang Day Stadium (model car turns Nguyen Thai Hoc - Trinh Hoai Duc).

The motor vehicle block is divided into 2 main routes: Cua Bac - Nghi Tam - Au Co - Vo Chi Cong - Lang road - Tran Duy Hung - Thang Long avenue - Le Quang Dao - F1 racetrack; Nguyen Thai Hoc - Giang Vo - Lang road - Tran Duy Hung - Thang Long avenue - Le Quang Dao - F1 racetrack.

After turning in different directions, the Honor Guard will assemble at August Revolution Square. The Army, Police, Militia, and foreign forces will assemble at Quan Ngua Stadium.

Part of the pedestrian group gathered at Thong Nhat Park. The Mobile Police and Cavalry groups gathered at Bach Thao Park. The Red Flag group gathered at Quan Ngua Stadium (direction to Doi Can). The Mass, Culture and Sports groups gathered at Hang Day Stadium and the Motorized and Vehicle Group gathered at the F1 Racetrack.

To prepare for the rehearsal, from 10pm tonight, August 29, Hanoi Police will direct traffic, close roads, restrict traffic and organize directions for vehicles serving the parade rehearsal.

People from all over flocked to reserve seats, determined to spend the night on the sidewalk to watch the parade the next morning.

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Dozens of hours before the street closure, people from all over the country poured into the center of Hanoi, determined to stay overnight on the sidewalks and wait for the next morning to watch the parade rehearsal.

As the night wore on, the rain became heavier. Some people left the waiting area to find shelter, while the majority decided to stay put.

Determined to stay in the rain

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The heavy rain could not "cool down" the people's spirits.

Mr. Vuong's extended family of 21 people (from Lac Son commune, Phu Tho) has been in Hanoi for 3 days now. Although they watched the rehearsal the day before, his family still showed up at 10am today to choose a good spot on the sidewalk to watch the final rehearsal.

To cope with the increasingly heavy rain, Mr. Vuong's family rolled up tarps to cover their heads and bodies.

Mr. Vuong's whole family stretched out a tarp to shelter from the rain, singing loudly "as if Uncle Ho was there on the day of great victory".

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"We can still bear this rain. Let's see if it rains too hard at night and we'll find shelter," Mr. Vuong shared and happily sang the song " As if Uncle Ho were here" with his family on the day of great victory .

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