Bastille Day: France celebrates Ukraine and its allies with military parade
Summary
France held its national Bastille Day celebration with a large military parade on July 14, 2026. This year, the parade highlighted France’s increased military strength and its support for Ukraine, featuring around 500 troops from allied countries including Ukraine.Key Facts
- Bastille Day is France’s national holiday, marking the storming of the Bastille prison in 1789.
- The day is celebrated with a big military parade, usually on the Champs Elysees in Paris.
- The 2026 parade focused on France’s military upgrades and backing of Ukraine.
- About 500 soldiers from a coalition of allied countries took part in the parade.
- Ukrainian troops were part of the group marching in the parade.
- The event was covered live by France 24 journalist Luke Shrago.
- This celebration occurs amid ongoing conflict involving Ukraine in Europe.
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