In pictures: Putin showcases Russia's military might as war in Ukraine rages

This year's enormous spectacle was another patriotic display of military power - but against the backdrop of the Ukraine conflict.

Soldiers marched and drove tanks, rocket launchers, missiles and other military equipment through Moscow's Red Square.The Russian president used Monday's pomp and ceremony to boost morale - both at home and abroad - and as an attempt toThe Russian leader has repeatedly accused Ukraine of harbouring aggressive intentions with support from the US and its allies - claims Ukrainian and western officials have denied.

Determined to justify a war now in its 11th week, President Vladimir Putin told a military parade in Red Square to mark the Second World War victory over Nazi Germany:"For Russia, For Victory, Hurrah!"Russian self-propelled artillery vehicles: Pic: APRussian Tigr-M all-terrain infantry mobility vehicles and Yars intercontinental ballistic missile systemsMr Putin and Mr Shoigu spoke after the eventPresident Putin laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and placed red...

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