President Vladimir Putin has praised Russia's navy in an address at an annual warship parade in Saint Petersburg, which he attended accompanied by several African leaders.
Saint Petersburg – President Vladimir Putin on Sunday praised Russia's navy in an address at an annual warship parade in Saint Petersburg, which he attended accompanied by several African leaders.The military display took part as Moscow's offensive in Ukraine stretches into its second year and three Ukrainian drones were downed over Moscow early on Sunday.
The Russian Navy has played a key role in Moscow's assault on Ukraine by pummelling the Western-backed country with ship- and submarine-launched cruise missiles, among other operations."In the name of Russia, our sailors give all their strength, show true heroism and fight valiantly, like our great ancestors," Putin said.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and several African leaders attend the Navy Day parade in Saint Petersburg on 30 July 2023."Today, Russia is confidently implementing major elements of its national maritime policy and is consistently building up the power of its navy," he added. Forty-five ships, boats and submarines took part in the parade, along with around 3 000 servicemen, the Kremlin said.Several leaders and representatives of African countries, including Mali and Burkina Faso, attended the parade on Sunday.In times of uncertainty you need journalism you can trust. For 14 free days, you can have access to a world of in-depth analyses, investigative journalism, top opinions and a range of features. Journalism strengthens democracy. Invest in the future today.
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