Putin to mark Victory Day emboldened by Ukraine gains
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Russian President Vladimir Putin will address the annual Victory Day parade in Moscow on Thursday, an event he hopes will rally patriotism as his forces
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Russian President Vladimir Putin will address the annual Victory Day parade in Moscow on Thursday, an event he hopes will rally patriotism as his forces
Even though few veterans of what Russia calls the Great Patriotic War are still alive 79 years after Berlin fell to the Red Army, the victory remains the most important and widely revered symbol of Russia’s prowess and a key element of national identity.
MOSCOW (AP) — Russia is wrapping itself in patriotic pageantry for Victory Day, a celebration of its defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II that President Vladimir Putin has turned into a pillar of his nearly quarter-century in power and a justification of his move into Ukraine.
The May 9 Victory Day celebration is one of Russia’s most important holidays. It marks the USSR’s win over Nazi Germany. But for President Vladimir Putin, it’s an occasion to show off the nation’s power and strength.
Even though few World War II veterans are still alive 79 years after Berlin fell to the Red Army, the victory over Nazi Germany remains the most important symbol of the country's prowess.
Since Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine, the military parade has been downsized — this year’s featured only one tank as front-line priorities take precedence.
