Russia held its annual Victory Day parade in Moscow’s Red Square under heightened security, featuring a significantly reduced display of military hardware compared to previous years. During the event, President Vladimir Putin addressed the nation, framing the ongoing conflict in Ukraine as a defense of Russian sovereignty against Western aggression. Due to perceived security threats and the logistical demands of the war, dozens of cities across Russia canceled their local celebrations, while the main Moscow parade lacked the modern heavy armor and air displays typical of the holiday.
- The parade marked the 79th anniversary of the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in World War II.
- Security measures were strictly enforced in Moscow following recent drone attacks and concerns over potential Ukrainian strikes.
- The military procession featured a single vintage T-34 tank, with modern main battle tanks notably absent from the display.
- Over 20 Russian cities canceled their regional Victory Day parades entirely, citing safety concerns and the current security climate.
- President Putin used his keynote speech to criticize the West, accusing foreign powers of attempting to contain Russia’s development.
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Yep it's totally because of the "threat" and totally not because they are running out of every single equipment possible in their three day war against Ukraine. Mmhm yep.
This year's military parade: Two bikes, a donkey and a rusty Lada van (with a flat tyre).
Actually, Russia won the World War, not the USA like the Hollywood narrative. I knew it late.
They could send actual equipment used in Ukraine – golf carts, scooby-doo vans, bikes, and horses. Let people see the modern weapons of the second army in Ukraine.
I think the more accurate statement would be that there isn't enough show equipment to put on a parade. Also given that Russia has been bombing civilians since day one of their illegal invasion in 2022 them whining about Ukraine shooting back is a bit rich.
Here's a hint: The world would lift sanctions on Russia and hold Ukraine to not attacking any longer. How? Russia simply needs to peacefully withdraw to the internationally recognized 2012 borders under the eyes of international observers, never to return.
Weapons are mede to kill persons, and people, being civilized, are getting annoyed to see killing machines. It is enlightenment.
How embarrassing comrades..a little country like Ukraine has stopped the mighty Putin from showing off his shiny toys..or maybe he doesn't have as many shiny toys to show off anymore!!.🤣🤣🤣
Ot Kiyv za 3 dnya do parada nye budet 😂😂
That's messed up. America helped Russia win and we never get invited to the parade.
Soviet's were the enemy in WW2 as well.
Watch out for drones at your parade Comrades.
Russia is asking Donald to help them with ceasefire for parade.
well,it's because they can't afford it,is all.
The SMO's going so well that Ukraine's now a credible threat to Moscow's military during its May 9 parade.
Bravo Vlad, you're a strategic genius👏 👏 👏
Where are your tanks Russia ? Oh that's right…