Victory Day is celebrated annually in Moscow as a celebration of the city’s victory against Nazi Germany during World War II.
In a speech targeted as much at a foreign audience as a domestic one, Mr. Putin touted his nation’s military prowess during today’s 79th anniversary parade in Red Square.
Vladimir Putin acknowledged that Russia was going through a “difficult period” but attempted to reassure the nation that its fighting forces were “always ready” during his Victory Day speech this year.
Only one tank was present for the duration of the Moscow parade, despite the nation’s continued commitment to significant weaponry.
