Russia-Victory Day Parade/Rehearsal
Moscow, Russia - April 29, 2025 (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
1. Various of military vehicles assembling for Victory Day Parade rehearsal
2. SOUNDBITE (Russian) spectator (name not given):
"First and foremost, we are looking forward to the aerial displays."
3. SOUNDBITE (Russian) spectator (name not given):
"Overall, first of all, I am proud of my country, and at the same time, I am proud of my ancestors because we won."
4. Various of military vehicles
5. Various of Guard of Honor of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) singing, walking; spectators taking photos
Russia on Tuesday held a nightly rehearsal for the Victory Day Parade scheduled on May 9 in Moscow, offering a glimpse into the grand event marking the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's victory in the Great Patriotic War.
Starting at 16:30 local time, streets and areas around Red Square were progressively closed to traffic, with military vehicles assembling on Tverskaya Street in preparation for the rehearsal. Residents expressed their expectations for the parade.
"First and foremost, we are looking forward to the aerial displays," said a local resident.
"Overall, first of all, I am proud of my country, and at the same time, I am proud of my ancestors because we won," said another spectator.
The rehearsal officially began at 22:00, with marching column preceding the display of military equipment. Led by the legendary T-34 tank, the parade of equipment, showcased a variety of modern military technology, including the Geranium drones, Iskander ballistic missiles and Yars intercontinental ballistic missiles.
Besides, guards of honor from 12 countries, including China, Kazakhstan, and Vietnam, also joined the rehearsal. The Guard of Honor of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) sang patriotic song "Ode to the Motherland," drawing warm welcome and enthusiastic applause from locals and overseas Chinese in Russia.
Additional rehearsals are scheduled for May 3 and a final dressed rehearsal for May 7 before the official parade commences at 10:00 local time on May 9 on Red Square.
Russia-Victory Day Parade/Rehearsal
Dateline : April 29, 2025
Location : Russia
Duration : 1'39
Moscow, Russia - April 29, 2025 (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
1. Various of military vehicles assembling for Victory Day Parade rehearsal
2. SOUNDBITE (Russian) spectator (name not given):
"First and foremost, we are looking forward to the aerial displays."
3. SOUNDBITE (Russian) spectator (name not given):
"Overall, first of all, I am proud of my country, and at the same time, I am proud of my ancestors because we won."
4. Various of military vehicles
5. Various of Guard of Honor of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) singing, walking; spectators taking photos
Russia on Tuesday held a nightly rehearsal for the Victory Day Parade scheduled on May 9 in Moscow, offering a glimpse into the grand event marking the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's victory in the Great Patriotic War.
Starting at 16:30 local time, streets and areas around Red Square were progressively closed to traffic, with military vehicles assembling on Tverskaya Street in preparation for the rehearsal. Residents expressed their expectations for the parade.
"First and foremost, we are looking forward to the aerial displays," said a local resident.
"Overall, first of all, I am proud of my country, and at the same time, I am proud of my ancestors because we won," said another spectator.
The rehearsal officially began at 22:00, with marching column preceding the display of military equipment. Led by the legendary T-34 tank, the parade of equipment, showcased a variety of modern military technology, including the Geranium drones, Iskander ballistic missiles and Yars intercontinental ballistic missiles.
Besides, guards of honor from 12 countries, including China, Kazakhstan, and Vietnam, also joined the rehearsal. The Guard of Honor of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) sang patriotic song "Ode to the Motherland," drawing warm welcome and enthusiastic applause from locals and overseas Chinese in Russia.
Additional rehearsals are scheduled for May 3 and a final dressed rehearsal for May 7 before the official parade commences at 10:00 local time on May 9 on Red Square.
ID : 8426169
Published : 2025-04-30 15:58
Last Modified : 2025-04-30 21:22:40
Source : China Central Television (CCTV)
Restrictions : No access Chinese mainland
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