🔹 Key Highlights:
- Xi Jinping attends Russia’s Victory Day parade in Moscow with Vladimir Putin.
- Visit comes amid rising military action between Russia and Ukraine.
- China signals stronger support for Russia, raising global concerns.
🎖️ What is Victory Day?
Victory Day, celebrated on May 9th, marks Russia’s victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. It’s one of the biggest national events in Russia, featuring:
- Military parades
- Speeches by President Putin
- Public celebrations across the country
This year, the event became more than just a national celebration — it turned into a symbol of global alliances.
👥 Xi Jinping Attends the Parade
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Moscow just hours before the Victory Day parade. He stood next to Russian President Vladimir Putin as tanks rolled through Red Square and fighter jets flew overhead.
This visit is important because:
- It’s Xi’s first appearance at the event since the Ukraine war began
- It signals China’s continued friendship with Russia, despite global pressure
🔥 Meanwhile, Fighting Continues in Ukraine
While leaders were watching parades in Moscow, missiles and drones were being fired in Eastern Ukraine.
- Ukraine claimed that Russian attacks increased during the Victory Day period.
- Russia blamed Ukrainian drones for trying to disrupt celebrations.
This contrast — celebration in Moscow vs. conflict in Ukraine — shows how divided the world is right now.
🌏 Why Xi Jinping’s Visit Matters
Xi Jinping’s visit sends a strong message:
- China and Russia are growing closer – even as Western countries impose sanctions on both.
- China may try to act as a peace broker, but its support for Russia makes this difficult.
- The visit is also about Asian leadership – showing the world that the U.S. and Europe are not the only powerful voices.
🇮🇳 What It Means for India
For India, this is a delicate situation:
- India shares friendly ties with Russia and wants to maintain peace in Asia.
- But India is also part of the global economy, and too much support for Russia or China could hurt diplomatic balance.
- As China shows more support for Russia, India may need to rethink its strategic partnerships, especially in Asia-Pacific.
Xi Jinping’s appearance in Moscow during Victory Day is more than a symbolic gesture — it’s a clear sign of shifting global alliances. As the war in Ukraine continues, and as China and Russia grow closer, the world order is changing — and countries like India must watch closely and act wisely.