A view of Red Square decorated for the upcoming Victory Day marking the 78th anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. Sergei Bobylev / TASS
Moscow Times: At Least 20 Russian Cities Scrap WWII Victory Parades
At least 21 Russian cities have called off their annual military parades marking the Soviet victory in World War II next week, the independent Vyorstka media outlet reported Thursday, as the country has alleged a flurry of drone attacks on its territory ahead of a Ukrainian counteroffensive.
Russia celebrates the Victory Day holiday every year on May 9 with military parades in many cities, including a centerpiece military parade on Red Square attended by President Vladimir Putin.
This year, the holiday takes place as Kyiv is widely expected to launch a major counteroffensive against invading Russian troops.
Cities near Russia's border with Ukraine, which have faced repeated shelling and drone strikes in the 14 months since Moscow launched its offensive on Kyiv, will not hold their Victory Day parades.
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WNU Editor: I cannot even begin to explain the anger that is in Russia today after yesterday's drone strike. My biggest fear is that the Kremlin may lose control of the situation. That Putin may not be able to reign in the hardcore elements of his government, like former Russian President Medvedev, who are now calling for the complete eradication of the Ukraine government.
Russian Cities Scrap WWII Victory Parade After Kremlin Drone Attack
Russia reducing Victory Day celebrations in wake of Ukraine war losses, drone attacks -- FOX News
More than 20 Russian cities have canceled Victory Day parades -- Meduza
Russia cancels Victory Day celebrations across 21 cities after alleged attack on Kremlin -- Republic World
Kremlin cancels 9 May parades in 21 cities -- Ukrayinska Pravda
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