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Celebrating Victory Day in Novorossiysk: A Symbol of Courage Amidst Tensions
Get ready for a grand spectacle, folks! Despite the significant responsibility that comes with organizing it, the Victory Day parade is set to roll in the city of Novorossiysk. Governor Veniamin Kondratyev announced the plan in his Telegram, bracing for possible provocations and attacks.
You heard it right! This city-hero, where the symbol of courage, Malaya Zemlya, stands tall, will once again echo with the spirit of victory. Kondratyev brilliantly reminisced about the valor shown by Soviet soldiers during the Great Patriotic War, battles at Malaya Zemlya, the Blue Line, and the Kuptsovskaya attack.
"On horseback against tanks," he penned down, a testament to the resilience of our heroes. In February, Kondratyev disclosed the agreed-upon decision with the Ministry of Defense to host the Victory Day parade in Novorossiysk in 2025. However, the spring saw a change in plans, with Krasodar dropping out due to security concerns.
Now, the general rehearsal will take place on the night of May 7-8, with the parade scheduled for May 9. But, the celebrations might've taken a hit as the city was subjected to a massive drone attack on May 3, injuring four, including two children. Thankfully, the previously scheduled rehearsal for the May 9 parade in Novorossiysk was only postponed by a day.
Let's take a moment to appreciate the significance of Victory Day in Russia. It's a public holiday commemorating the end of World War II on May 9, 1945, celebrating the victory over Nazi Germany. Under President Vladimir Putin, this day has become a demonstration of Russia's military power and unity with historical narratives.
The first Victory Parade occurred in 1953 during Josef Stalin's rule, and it has been yearly ever since, with the Moscow parade being the most prominent. The Kremlin utilizes World War II imagery and symbols to shape its actions in Ukraine, symbolized by the orange-black St George's ribbon.
Unfortunately, security incidents and international tensions surround these celebrations. For instance, the Victory Day parade has been canceled in Sevastopol for the third consecutive year due to concerns. The situation becomes even more complicated considering the recent downing of a Russian Su-30 fighter jet near Novorossiysk by a Ukrainian sea drone.
Novorossiysk itself may not be as notable for hosting huge Victory Day parades as other cities, but the region's strategic importance and military operations can't be overlooked. The ongoing tensions between Russia and Ukraine, as exemplified by the drone attack near Novorossiysk, underline the intricacies surrounding Victory Day celebrations.
So, brace yourselves as we come together to honor our heroes and remember the sacrifices made during the Great Patriotic War. Let's cross our fingers for a peaceful celebration in Novorossiysk and the rest of Russia.
The grand spectacle, the Victory Day parade, is set to take place in Novorossiysk in 2025, as Governor Veniamin Kondratyev announced on his Telegram. Kondratyev, while recalling the valor shown by Soviet soldiers in battles such as Malaya Zemlya, the Blue Line, and the Kuptsovskaya attack, penned down a testament to the resilience of our heroes, "On horseback against tanks." Despite the recent drone attack on May 3 that injured four, including two children, the parade rehearsal is scheduled for the night of May 7-8, with the parade itself set for May 9. These celebrations, while significant in Russia's political and general news, are often intertwined with war-and-conflicts, as seen in the ongoing tensions between Russia and Ukraine.
