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Moscow Victory Day Parade Drops Tanks After Drone Attack

5/1/2026

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Moscow Drops Arms

For the first time in almost twenty years, Moscow’s Victory Day parade will omit tanks, missiles and other military hardware.
The Russian Defense Ministry confirmed the May 9 parade will proceed without any military equipment.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Ukrainian drone attacks prompted the decision, calling them terrorist activity.
The parade will feature servicemen from military schools and an aircraft flyover over Red Square.

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Kremlin Limits Parade

Widespread internet disruptions and rare public criticism of the Kremlin have surfaced as the Victory Day parade approaches.
The Russian Defense Ministry announced the May 9 Victory Day parade in Moscow will proceed without any military equipment.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said the decision reflects a “terrorist threat” from Kyiv and aims to minimize danger.
Central Bank head Elvira Nabiullina warned of an unprecedented labor shortage, deepening economic strain.

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Moscow Drops Arms

For the first time in almost twenty years, Moscow’s Victory Day parade will omit tanks, missiles and other military hardware.
The Russian Defense Ministry confirmed the May 9 parade will proceed without any military equipment.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Ukrainian drone attacks prompted the decision, calling them terrorist activity.
The parade will feature servicemen from military schools and an aircraft flyover over Red Square.

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