Moscow set to hold Victory Day parade in Red Square parade amid tight security
Summary
Moscow held its annual Victory Day parade on Red Square under tight security due to fears of attacks amid the ongoing conflict with Ukraine. For the first time in almost 20 years, the parade did not include tanks or heavy weapons, as Russian authorities focused on safety while a fragile ceasefire was in place.Key Facts
- Victory Day in Russia marks the Soviet Union’s defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II.
- President Vladimir Putin spoke at the parade in Red Square with heavy security measures.
- Russia reduced the usual military display, removing tanks and missiles from the parade.
- The change was made because of concerns about possible Ukrainian attacks during the event.
- Russia and Ukraine had announced a short ceasefire around the parade date, brokered in part by US President Donald Trump.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky joked about the parade but acknowledged the ceasefire.
- Russia threatened a major missile strike on Kyiv if attacks disrupted the celebrations.
- The EU said its diplomats in Kyiv would stay despite Russian warnings to leave the city.
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