Russia scales back Moscow Victory Day parade citing Ukraine threat
Russia will hold a scaled-back Victory Day parade on May 9 in Moscow without military hardware for the first time in nearly two decades.The Kremlin announced the decision on April 29, citing a heightened terrorist threat from Ukraine.The annual parade, traditionally held on Red Square to mark the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in World War II, will omit tanks, missiles, and other military equipment.The Russian Defence Ministry confirmed that no military vehicles or cadets will participate in this year's parade.Instead, the event will feature personnel from various branches of the Russian Armed Forces and a fly-past of military aircraft.The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Apr 2026 16:01 LONDON
