Russia Holds Scaled-Back Victory Parade Amid Ukraine War Worries
Russia observed its most revered national holiday with a scaled-back May 9 parade on Red Square as concerns regarding the ongoing war in Ukraine continue to deepen.
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Russia held a scaled-back World War II victory parade on Red Square on May 9, an event that took place as worries over the ongoing war in Ukraine continue to deepen. The annual gathering marks Russia's most revered national holiday.[1][2]
The May 9 ceremonies are held to celebrate the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany. As part of the national holiday, the parade serves to pay homage to the 27 million Soviet citizens who perished during the Second World War.[1]
