Victory Day is central to Putin’s narrative. World War II is used to frame the invasion of Ukraine, with Kyiv labeled “neo-Nazi” and the war presented as a continuation of that fight. 4/
Full-scale invasion and national resilience, broadcasted live.
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Russia’s 2026 Victory Day Parade Features Optics Over Hardware
This year replaces hardware with optics. Troops will march, videos from the war in Ukraine will be shown, and Su-25 jets will color the sky in Russian flag colors during the flyover. 3/
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Russia’s Red Square Parade Showcases Military Power and Alliances
The Red Square parade has been Russia’s main show of military power. Last year it featured new tanks, drones, and troops returning from Ukraine, attended by 20+ foreign leaders including Xi Jinping. 2/
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Russia’s Victory Day Parade Drops Military Hardware Due to Ukraine War
Russia will hold its May 9 Victory Day parade without military hardware for the first time in nearly 20 years. Tanks, missile systems, and ground equipment are removed due to the “current operational situation” — a reference to the war in Ukraine, The Moscow Times. 1/
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Ukraine Updates Building Codes to Include Shelters in Every Home
Shelters in every home – Ukraine updates building codes #construction #housing #realestate
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AI Essential for Democratic Defense and Global Peace Security
Democracies must develop strong defensive capabilities. Without AI, they cannot effectively protect peace. This is not only about Ukraine. It’s about global security.
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Kallas: Force Russia Instead of Asking for Negotiations
Kallas: We shouldn't ask Russia for negotiations, but force it https://
pravda.com.ua/news/2026/04/3
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Magyar Demands Ukraine Expand Hungarian Minority Rights for EU Talks
Peter Magyar has demanded that Ukraine expand the rights of its Hungarian minority before approving the start of formal EU accession talks, Bloomberg reports. The issue was raised during his meeting with European Council President Antonio Costa in Brussels. Magyar set conditions
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Hezbollah FPV Drone Strikes Israeli M548 Carrier, 12 Soldiers Wounded
Consequences of a Hezbollah FPV drone strike on an Israeli Army M548 tracked carrier transporting 155-mm shells for M109 self-propelled howitzers on Israeli territory. As a result of the strike, 12 IDF soldiers were wounded.
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Hungary Demands Ukraine Protect Hungarian Minority Before EU Accession
Hungary wants steps from Ukraine regarding the Hungarian minority before unblocking Kyiv's path to the EU, – Bloomberg http://
censor.net/ua/n4000825