Putin Leads 80th Anniversary Victory Day Parade in Moscow with 27 Heads of State Including Xi Jinping and Lula da Silva
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Russian President Vladimir Putin led the annual Victory Day parade in Moscow, marking the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's victory in the Great Patriotic War against Nazi Germany. The event, held on May 9, 2025, was attended by 27 heads of state, including Chinese President Xi Jinping, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, and leaders from Egypt, Serbia, Slovakia, and other nations.
The parade showcased Russia's military capabilities with a display of tanks, including the historic T-34, modern Yars and Iskander-M missiles, S-400 Triumf systems, and for the first time, Iranian 'Shaheed 136' drones alongside Russian Gueran-2, Orlan, Garpiyia, and Lancet drones. Approximately 10,000 soldiers marched through Red Square, including contingents from China, Vietnam, and Mongolia. Putin used the occasion to assert that Russia remembers the lessons of World War II and will not accept the distortion of its history or the justification of its aggressors.
In his speech, Putin emphasized national unity and support for the ongoing 'special military operation' in Ukraine, stating that 'the whole country, society, and people support those participating in the operation.' He also acknowledged the contributions of allied forces during World War II, specifically mentioning the 'brave people of China.' Additionally, Putin thanked North Korea for its military support in the Kursk region.
The presence of international leaders at the parade was seen as a demonstration of Russia's continued engagement on the global stage, despite efforts by Western countries to isolate it. The event concluded with a fireworks display to celebrate the anniversary, and was also marked by the flyover of SU-30 and Mig-29 jets, as well as TU-95MS and TU-160 bombers.
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