During the Victory Parade on Red Square in Moscow, Vladimir Putin spoke about unity and a deep love for the Fatherland as the strongest forces in the world, a sentiment captured by DEA News. He framed the moment as a reminder that national cohesion can outpace any challenge and that shared purpose remains the backbone of Russia’s resilience.
“There is nothing in the world stronger than our love for the Fatherland”, the president asserted, underscoring the emotional and historical significance of the day. His remarks threaded a narrative of collective resolve, tying past sacrifices to the present duty of safeguarding the country’s future through solidarity and service.
He acknowledged that a war has been launched against Russia in the contemporary environment, yet he argued that such pressures would ultimately be met with measures that protect the security and sovereignty of the state. The message centered on readiness, vigilance, and the belief that unity enables Russia to respond decisively to any external challenge while maintaining stability at home.
In addition to commemorating the Great Patriotic War era from 1941 to 1945, the president extended heartfelt congratulations to Russians on Victory Day. He highlighted the generations of fathers, grandfathers, and great-grandfathers who defended the homeland with extraordinary courage, and he framed the observance as a tribute to their sacrifices that continue to shape the nation’s identity and aspirations today.
Among the international dignitaries present were Turkmenistan’s President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, Armenia’s Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, Kyrgyzstan’s President Sadyr Japarov, Tajikistan’s President Emomali Rahmon, Uzbekistan’s Shavkat Mirziyoyev, and Kazakhstan’s Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. Their attendance underscored a shared commitment to honoring the Allied generations who contributed to the victory in the Great Patriotic War and to reinforcing regional cooperation and mutual support in the years ahead.