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Victory Day or Russia's biggest embarrassment yet? - Break the Fake - TVP WORLD
Russia’s 2026 Victory Day parade was intended to project strength and confidence. However, the reduced presence of military hardware, heavy security measures, and fears of possible drone attacks turned the event into one of the most unusual May 9 celebrations in recent memory. Across Russia, the contrast between official propaganda and reality became harder to ignore. While Moscow attempted to project an image of control, many observers saw signs of military exhaustion and a society increasingly shaped by the consequences of war. In this new episode of Break the Fake, Benjamin Lee breaks down the atmosphere surrounding this year's parade and explains why the event sparked so much discussion online.
Chapters:
00:00 Victory Day cringe
02:59 Parade of widow pension recipients
04:59 Social media “Ukraine experts” on Ukraine