Moscow shuts down airports and mobile signals as Victory Day parade looms
Summary
Russia closed airports and cut mobile internet in Moscow to increase security ahead of the May 9 Victory Day parade, which celebrates the defeat of Nazi Germany. The parade has been scaled down without large military equipment due to concerns about Ukrainian drone attacks, and Moscow has taken extra protective measures, including a temporary ceasefire proposal and heavy security around President Putin.Key Facts
- Moscow shut down all four airports and cut mobile internet access on May 9 for security reasons.
- The Victory Day parade was scaled back, with no heavy military hardware shown for the first time in nearly 20 years.
- Ukraine recently carried out drone attacks near Moscow, including one close to the Kremlin.
- Russia declared a ceasefire for May 8-9 and threatened a missile strike on Kyiv if violated; Ukraine rejected this ceasefire offer.
- Security in Moscow includes checkpoints, snipers, machine-gun crews, and tightened personal protection for President Putin.
- President Putin is spending more time in underground bunkers and has restricted travel for his close staff to reduce assassination risks.
- The internet disruption affected workers like taxi drivers and delivery couriers, who had trouble doing their jobs.
- Russian officials say these security measures aim to prevent drone attacks and sabotage during the large public event.
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