Time of Remembrance and Reconciliation for Those Who Lost Their Lives during the Second World War

May 9, 2022

Every year during May 8-9, the United Nations marks the Time of Remembrance and reconciliation for those who lost their lives during the Second World War. The day pays tribute to all the victims of the Second World War. In 2022, The day is the 77th Anniversary of World War II.

History

On 2 March 2010, by resolution 64/257, the General Assembly invited all Member States, organizations of the United Nations system, non-governmental organizations and individuals to observe 8-9 May in an appropriate manner to pay tribute to all victims of the Second World War.
In May 2010, A special solemn meeting of the General Assembly in commemoration of all victims of the war was held to mark 56th anniversary of the end of the Second World War.