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Russia scales back Victory Day parade amid Ukraine conflict

Russias Victory Day parade, marking the World War Two win over Nazi Germany, will be significantly scaled back this year. For the first time in nearly two decades, no tanks, missiles, or heavy gear will roll through Red Square in Moscow. The Kremlin blames Ukraines drone strikes, calling them terrorist acts amid the ongoing war. The Defense Ministry cites the current operational situation, skipping not just equipment but also some cadets. However, servicemen from military schools, troops from various branches, and the classic aircraft flyover are expected. Smaller parades will happen in other cities like Saint Petersburg. This holiday holds deep significance for Russians, remembering the twenty-seven million Soviet lives lost in the Great Patriotic War. Experts say ditching the hardware display cuts the propaganda punch, signaling vulnerability more than strength. Last year marked the eightieth anniversary with over eleven thousand five hundred troops, hundreds of vehicles, and big names like Chinas Xi Jinping watching. This time, Slovakias Robert Fico returns, but the shows dialed way down. All eyes stay on how Russia handles security threats while keeping the tradition alive, especially with Ukraine pushing back hard deep inside their borders.

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