Russia Holds Scaled-Back Victory Day Parade Amid Ceasefire
Russia commemorated Victory Day with a reduced military parade in Moscow. President Putin expressed confidence in an end to the conflict in Ukraine. (sources: usatoday, pbs, independent, france24, bbc)
The Victory Day parade in Moscow was held under heavy security and featured a message from President Putin to Russian troops. A ceasefire was announced coinciding with the event.
- The parade marked the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II.
- Putin stated that the Russia-Ukraine war is 'coming to an end.'
- The event was scaled back compared to previous years.
Why it matters
The event reflects the current state of the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the government's messaging to its military and citizens.
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