In Russia, Thursday is Victory Day, which commemorates the country’s victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. To mark the occasion, a traditional military parade will take place at Moscow’s Red Square at 10 a.m. Finnish time. The parade is expected to feature more than 9,000 people and 70 military vehicles, with soldiers fighting in Russia’s “special operation” in Ukraine also participating.
However, despite the celebrations in Moscow, the parade has been canceled in some regions due to security concerns. Crimea, which Russia has occupied since 2014, and the region of Belgorod near the Ukrainian border have both canceled their parades. These restrictions were announced in April by Tass and Knowledge.
HS’s Moscow correspondent, Jenni Jeskanen, is reporting on the day’s events from Moscow. The cancellation of certain parades highlights ongoing tensions and conflicts surrounding Victory Day celebrations in Russia. The event serves as a reminder of the historical significance of World War II and its impact on global politics and military relations.
