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Putin hosts Victory Day parade with tight security and a short ceasefire

Putin hosts Victory Day parade with tight security and a short ceasefire

Summary

Russian President Vladimir Putin held a Victory Day parade in Moscow's Red Square with high security, attended by many international leaders, including China's President Xi Jinping. Russia declared a three-day ceasefire during the event, which Ukraine did not recognize, and both countries accused each other of violating the truce.

Key Facts

  • Putin led a Victory Day parade in Moscow, a significant Russian military event.
  • More than 20 international leaders, including China's Xi Jinping, attended the parade.
  • Russia announced a three-day ceasefire, but Ukraine dismissed it, calling it a "theatrical show."
  • Ukraine reported thousands of attacks despite the ceasefire.
  • Russia insists it is following the ceasefire and accused Ukraine of violations.
  • Airports in Russia canceled flights due to Ukrainian drone attacks before the parade.
  • The parade celebrated the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany.
  • Ukraine's President Zelensky called for a real ceasefire without any military action.
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