Putin marks Russias Victory Day parade with single tank for second year running [Video]
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Putin marks Russias Victory Day parade with single tank for second year running [Video]

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Vladimir Putin has marked Russia’s annual Victory Day celebrations with a single tank for the second year in a row as the war in Ukraine rages on.

The lone tank was accompanied by armoured vehicles and saluting soldiers as it was met with cheers from crowds in Moscow’s Red Square on Thursday morning.

As Mr Putin addressed both the public and Russian soldiers alike, the minimal display of military hardware served as a stark reminder of the toll the conflict in Ukraine is taking on the country.

Only one tank was seen parading in Russia’s annual Victory Day celebrations (Tass)
The T-34 was also the sole tank on display in last year’s parade (AP)

Before Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine, the parade would involve more than 20 tanks on display as a celebration of the country’s military might.

The T-34, …

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