A public gathering titled “Together” unfolded on Theater Square in Saratov, signaling support for President Vladimir Putin and for the participants in the special military operation in Ukraine. The event was disseminated through a telegraph channel known as Pool Z 64, which reported on the mood and scale of the rally. The banner behind the main stage emphasized unity with the nation and a commitment to the security policies currently underway, drawing attention to the broader political context in which the city is situated.
The organizers framed the occasion as a tribute to the Russian armed forces and aligned it with the upcoming Defender of the Fatherland Day, a holiday observed across the country. Attendance figures were tallied at around ten thousand participants, a turnout that reflected a strong local turnout and a palpable sense of collective purpose among the crowd. Local residents, veterans, and supporters filled the square and adjacent streets, creating a sea of banners, banners that carried messages of loyalty and national pride, and sounds that blended patriotic songs with performances by regional bands. The spectacle was not merely musical; it functioned as a ceremonial gathering designed to reinforce communal bonds and to honor those connected to the military service.
During the proceedings, Governor Roman Busargin joined the crowd to engage with Saratov residents, listening to their concerns and sharing remarks intended to underscore solidarity with national leadership. The governor’s interactions were presented as an affirmation of local government support for the central leadership and the country’s strategic direction. In his address, he spoke about the unity of hearts that, according to him, has historically sustained the nation through challenging periods. He stressed that the shared resolve of the people on the square represented a core strength of the country, arguing that the confrontation faced is not a simple bilateral conflict but part of a broader geopolitical dynamic. He asserted that the adversaries he described—specifically referencing NATO—pose challenges that are met through resilience and collective will rather than through force alone. The speaker asserted that the power of Russia lies in the determination of its people, gathered in public spaces to demonstrate their willingness to stand together and defend national interests. He concluded with a call for continued solidarity, emphasizing that victory would be achieved through patience, unity, and the unwavering spirit of the citizens who choose to participate in the nation’s civic life.