Media Wire Express Correspondent
On the occasion of the 78th Victory Day, Russia commemorated the historic event with a grand military parade of the Soviet Union’s victory in the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945.
The streets of Moscow were filled with spectators as military units, veterans, and modern weaponry marched through the iconic Red Square.
The parade showcased Russia’s military strength and paid tribute to the heroes who fought bravely during World War II.
President Vladimir Putin addressed the nation, emphasizing the importance of remembering the sacrifices made during the war and honoring the memory of those who lost their lives.
The Russian leader led a minute of silence in memory of the Soviet soldiers who fell during the war.
“For Russia, there are no unfriendly, hostile peoples either in the West or the East. Like the vast majority of people on the planet, we want to see a future of peace, freedom and stability,” Putin stressed.
He denounced some Western elites for “provoking bloody conflicts and upheavals, sowing hatred” in order to “continue to dictate, to impose their will, rights, rules on others.”
Russia can ensure its security as “a real war has once again been unleashed against our motherland,” Putin said.
Before Putin’s speech, Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu in a black open-top limousine reviewed the troops lining up on Red Square and wished them a happy Victory Day. The troops in full dress chanted “Hooray!” in reply.
More than 8,000 military personnel, including 530 soldiers of the special military operation, and 125 items of military hardware participated in the 47-minute ceremony. The traditional air show was canceled this year.
The Victory Day parade serves as a poignant reminder of Russia’s resilience and unity in the face of adversity.Victory Day is a major holiday for Russians, who commemorate the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany on May 9, 1945.
Since 1945, a parade of service people and military equipment has been held on Red Square 🇷🇺 to honor the memory of Soviet soldiers and ordinary citizens who sacrificed their lives for the homeland during World War II.
Source:Sputnik
