Victory Day parade held with military focus amid ceasefire
Russia commemorated Victory Day with a military parade in Moscow, coinciding with the start of a ceasefire. The event featured a scaled-back format compared to previous years. (sources: independent, france24, bbc, theguardian, aljazeera)
During the Victory Day parade, the Russian leader expressed confidence in military operations in Ukraine while addressing troops. The parade was notably smaller, lacking some traditional elements.
- The Victory Day parade commemorates the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II.
- The parade was held in Moscow with a reduced scale for the first time in nearly two decades.
- A three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine began on the same day as the parade.
Why it matters
The event reflects ongoing military tensions and the Russian government's messaging regarding its operations in Ukraine.
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