Kremlin Says Putin's Security Is Being Tightened for Victory Day Events
Russia said extra security is needed because of a possible Ukrainian attack, while Moscow cuts the parade and warns of retaliation on Kyiv.
- On Saturday, May 9, Russia will hold a slimmed-down Victory Day parade on Moscow's Red Square, with the Kremlin placing the capital on high alert citing a "terrorist threat" from Ukraine.
- Russia reported air defenses destroyed 32 drones heading toward Moscow on Thursday, following a drone strike on a high-rise building Monday, prompting heightened security for Russian President Vladimir Putin.
- When asked if Putin's personal security was being tightened, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov replied, "Of course," noting such measures are standard practice on the eve of major holidays.
- Dmitry Peskov dismissed reports from CNN and Western media earlier this week claiming the Kremlin raised security due to coup or assassination fears, stating he was not aware of such concerns.
- President Volodymyr Zelenskiy this week criticized Russia for failing to respond to ceasefire calls, asserting that "human life is incomparably more valuable than the 'celebration' of any anniversary.
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Putin’s security is being tightened for Victory Day events
The Kremlin said on Thursday extra security measures were being put in place for Russian President Vladimir Putin in case of a Ukrainian attack on May 9 celebrations marking the anniversary of victory in World War Two. “You know that on the eve of major holidays, and, of course, perhaps most importantly, Victory Day in our country, additional security measures are always taken by the relevant special services,” Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov to…
The spokesman of the Russian Foreign Ministry, Maria Zaharova, spoke about the possibility of an attack by the Russian forces on the Ukrainian capital, "including on the decision-making centres, in the event that Ukraine will attack Moscow on Victory Day on 9 May. According to a Facebook page of the Russian Embassy ...
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