What Is Behind Russia’s Pared-Back WWII Victory Day Parade?
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Moscow is holding its Victory Day parade without military equipment this year, and Ukraine has presented the FP-9 ballistic missile model designed by Fire Point for the first time. While the world's eyes are focused on the Iranian conflict, the Russian-Ukrainian war continues. Atilla Demkó, program director of the John Lukacs Institute of the National University of Public Service, spoke to our newspaper about the situation on the front, the mess…
Russia confirmed this Wednesday the presence of several foreign leaders in the victory military parade over Germany in Red Square, which will take place on May 9, including Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico. “There will be guests (foreigners). Now many talk about Fico and I can confirm that Fico will be,” said Russian Presidency adviser for International Affairs Yuri Ushakov, according to local agencies. Read also...
What Is Behind Russia’s Pared-Back WWII Victory Day Parade?
Russia’s annual Victory Day parade on Red Square, which marks the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in World War II, will be held without military vehicles for the first time in nearly 20 years this May 9. Speculation has swirled as to why the Kremlin would break with its long-standing tradition of showcasing tanks, missile systems and other military equipment at the event, one of President Vladimir Putin’s most important political spectacles.
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Moscow is preparing for the 81st anniversary of Victory Day. On May 9, 2026, Red Square will host a military parade that reflects current geopolitical realities. The event will serve not only as a ceremony but also as a demonstration of the country's human resources and military readiness under ongoing external pressure. This year, organizers have adjusted the format. Instead of emphasizing heavy military hardware, the parade will highlight pers…
The grand Victory Day parade launched by Vladimir Putin is being disarmed. The situation is very embarrassing for Putin.
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