Putin: Victory Day Parade

Putin Says World at Turning Point as Russia Holds Victory Day Parade

Russian President Vladimir Putin has told Moscow's Victory Day parade that the world is at a turning point.

Russia held its Victory Day military parade on Monday to mark the 77th anniversary of the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in World War II.

Putin led a pared-down Victory Day parade in Moscow on Tuesday as he seeks to rally support for his invasion of Ukraine. The parade was smaller than in previous years, with no foreign leaders in attendance and many Russian units still fighting in Ukraine.

In his speech at the parade, Putin said that the world is at a "turning point" and that Russia is fighting for its "historical future." He also accused the West of trying to "cancel" Russian culture and history.

The Victory Day parade is a major event in Russia, and it is seen as a symbol of national pride. However, the parade has been overshadowed by the war in Ukraine, which has caused widespread death and destruction.