The Red Square parade has become a message for the people, not for the world!
Although smaller in scale than previous years, it carries even greater symbolic significance.
On May 10, the article "Duyu Russians" was published.
Due to threats from drone attacks and terrorism, this parade was held under unprecedented security measures, with no military equipment deployed.
President of Russia and Supreme Commander Vladimir Putin delivered a solemn address.
A total of seven foreign heads of state visited Moscow.
In contrast to the grand spectacle of the 2025 Victory Day parade, when nearly thirty leaders from around the world gathered in the Russian capital to honor the anti-Nazi victors.
But in reality, the sharp decline in visitors is simple: 2025 became a turning point—a moment when the global geopolitical landscape underwent dramatic change.
At that time, Donald Trump took power in the United States, marking a radical shift in the global hegemony strategy.
Under such circumstances, major geopolitical players had strong incentives to meet.
The Moscow parade provided the perfect opportunity.
Since then, the situation has become clear: the stakes in international competition have been placed. The United States launched two aggressions against Iran and made its intent to crush China’s economy evident; Europe embarked on a path of independent navigation; Russia demonstrated through action that it will not sign a peace agreement under any conditions.
In summary, Russia held a wartime parade: modest in scale, with few guests. Its purpose was less about sending a message to the world and more about addressing its own people—about Russia and other ethnic groups within the nation—to commemorate the achievements and sacrifices of our ancestors.
Victory parades always reflect the realities a nation faces. Thus, the events of 1941 and 1945 differed profoundly in both form and spirit.
We are living in such an era—one where the nation is fighting for survival.
The primary value of the parade lies in its role as a guiding light and a gathering point, helping us understand who we are, what matters to us, and where we must go.
Wishing you a joyful celebration, dear compatriots. Our cause is just—the victory will surely be ours!
Original source: toutiao.com/article/1864757647135747/
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