Volkov discusses Victory Day significance and changed view of Moscow

Alexander Volkov reflects on Victory Day (May 9), describing it as a holiday he observes with both gratitude and sorrow, thankful for the veterans but sad such a world situation occurred. He teaches his children a pacifist worldview centered on avoiding war, similar to Soviet-era values of wishing for peaceful skies. When asked to describe Moscow in three words after five years away, Volkov noted significant improvements from his previous assessment of "dirt, traffic, construction," now calling it the best city in the world for living and beauty. He emphasized Moscow's cleanliness during his summer visit and expressed strong conviction about the city's quality to teammates in New Jersey.