Russia, rehearsals for military parade on Victory Day in Moscow

May 5, 2026

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RUSSIA, ST PETERSBURG - MAY 5, 2026: Servicemen march in formation during a Victory Day parade rehearsal in Palace Square. On May 9, Russia celebrates 81 years since the victory of the Soviet Union over Nazi Germany in the Great Patriotic War, Eastern Front of World War II St Petersburg Russia - ZUMAt113 20260505_zaa_t113_399 Copyright: xValentinxYegorshinx
May 5, 2026, St. Petersburg, Russia: A black open-top parade car drives across Palace Square past a unit of the military honor guard during a technical rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade. The rehearsal of parade units on foot took place on Palace Square in St. Petersburg in preparation for the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. Units of the Leningrad Military District, cadets from military academies, and representatives of law enforcement agencies participated in the training. The specialists practiced their marching skills and drill techniques accompanied by a combined military orchestra. On May 9, 1945 (Moscow time), the Act of Unconditional Surrender of Germany came into force. For city residents, this date is - ZUMAs197 20260505_aaa_s197_245 Copyright: xArtemxPriakhinx
May 5, 2026, St. Petersburg, Russia: A military officer stands in an open-top car reviewing a formation of naval personnel during a rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade on Palace Square. The rehearsal of parade units on foot took place on Palace Square in St. Petersburg in preparation for the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. Units of the Leningrad Military District, cadets from military academies, and representatives of law enforcement agencies participated in the training. The specialists practiced their marching skills and drill techniques accompanied by a combined military orchestra. On May 9, 1945 (Moscow time), the Act of Unconditional Surrender of Germany came into force. For city residents, this date is in - ZUMAs197 20260505_aaa_s197_247 Copyright: xArtemxPriakhinx
Rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade in St. Petersburg, Russia - 05 May 2026 Naval personnel in dress uniforms march on Palace Square carrying the Ensign of the Russian Navy during a rehearsal for the military parade dedicated to the 81st anniversary of Victory in World War II. The rehearsal of parade units on foot took place on Palace Square in St. Petersburg in preparation for the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. Units of the Leningrad Military District, cadets from military academies, and representatives of law enforcement agencies participated in the training. The specialists practiced their marching skills and drill techniques accompanied by a combined military orchestra. On May 9, 1945 (Moscow time), the Ac Copyright: xArtemxPriakhinx xSOPAxImagesx APR_8621
Rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade in St. Petersburg, Russia - 05 May 2026 Military units march across Palace Square along the white pavement markings during a rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade in St. Petersburg. The rehearsal of parade units on foot took place on Palace Square in St. Petersburg in preparation for the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. Units of the Leningrad Military District, cadets from military academies, and representatives of law enforcement agencies participated in the training. The specialists practiced their marching skills and drill techniques accompanied by a combined military orchestra. On May 9, 1945 (Moscow time), the Act of Unconditional Surrender of Germany came into force. Copyright: xArtemxPriakhinx xSOPAxImagesx APR_8055
Rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade in St. Petersburg, Russia - 05 May 2026 Members of the military honor guard stand in formation while a driver in a black open-top parade car passes by during a rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade on Palace Square. The rehearsal of parade units on foot took place on Palace Square in St. Petersburg in preparation for the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. Units of the Leningrad Military District, cadets from military academies, and representatives of law enforcement agencies participated in the training. The specialists practiced their marching skills and drill techniques accompanied by a combined military orchestra. On May 9, 1945 (Moscow time), the Act of Unconditional Sur Copyright: xArtemxPriakhinx xSOPAxImagesx APR_7152
Rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade in St. Petersburg, Russia - 05 May 2026 Servicemen of the Russian National Guard (Rosgvardia) in camouflage uniforms and maroon berets march in formation during a rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade on Palace Square in St. Petersburg. The rehearsal of parade units on foot took place on Palace Square in St. Petersburg in preparation for the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. Units of the Leningrad Military District, cadets from military academies, and representatives of law enforcement agencies participated in the training. The specialists practiced their marching skills and drill techniques accompanied by a combined military orchestra. On May 9, 1945 (Moscow time), the Act Copyright: xArtemxPriakhinx xSOPAxImagesx APR_8856
Rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade in St. Petersburg, Russia - 05 May 2026 Military personnel in formation are seen against the backdrop of the General Staff Building arch during a technical rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade on Palace Square. The rehearsal of parade units on foot took place on Palace Square in St. Petersburg in preparation for the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. Units of the Leningrad Military District, cadets from military academies, and representatives of law enforcement agencies participated in the training. The specialists practiced their marching skills and drill techniques accompanied by a combined military orchestra. On May 9, 1945 (Moscow time), the Act of Unconditional Surrend Copyright: xArtemxPriakhinx xSOPAxImagesx APR_6866
Rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade in St. Petersburg, Russia - 05 May 2026 A close-up of Russian servicemen in green dress uniforms and berets marching in formation during a rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade on Palace Square. The rehearsal of parade units on foot took place on Palace Square in St. Petersburg in preparation for the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. Units of the Leningrad Military District, cadets from military academies, and representatives of law enforcement agencies participated in the training. The specialists practiced their marching skills and drill techniques accompanied by a combined military orchestra. On May 9, 1945 (Moscow time), the Act of Unconditional Surrender of Germany cam Copyright: xArtemxPriakhinx xSOPAxImagesx APR_6714
Rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade in St. Petersburg, Russia - 05 May 2026 A ceremonial unit of sailors carrying flags with red pennants marches across Palace Square against the backdrop of the General Staff Building arch during a rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade. The rehearsal of parade units on foot took place on Palace Square in St. Petersburg in preparation for the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. Units of the Leningrad Military District, cadets from military academies, and representatives of law enforcement agencies participated in the training. The specialists practiced their marching skills and drill techniques accompanied by a combined military orchestra. On May 9, 1945 (Moscow time), the Act o Copyright: xArtemxPriakhinx xSOPAxImagesx APR_6419
Rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade in St. Petersburg, Russia - 05 May 2026 Naval personnel in dress uniforms sing during a rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade on Palace Square. The rehearsal of parade units on foot took place on Palace Square in St. Petersburg in preparation for the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. Units of the Leningrad Military District, cadets from military academies, and representatives of law enforcement agencies participated in the training. The specialists practiced their marching skills and drill techniques accompanied by a combined military orchestra. On May 9, 1945 (Moscow time), the Act of Unconditional Surrender of Germany came into force. For city residents, this date is inex Copyright: xArtemxPriakhinx xSOPAxImagesx APR_6120
Rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade in St. Petersburg, Russia - 05 May 2026 A formation of military cadets in black dress uniforms stands on Palace Square during a technical rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade. The rehearsal of parade units on foot took place on Palace Square in St. Petersburg in preparation for the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. Units of the Leningrad Military District, cadets from military academies, and representatives of law enforcement agencies participated in the training. The specialists practiced their marching skills and drill techniques accompanied by a combined military orchestra. On May 9, 1945 (Moscow time), the Act of Unconditional Surrender of Germany came into force. For Copyright: xArtemxPriakhinx xSOPAxImagesx APR_5697
Rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade in St. Petersburg, Russia - 05 May 2026 A large formation of servicemen in berets and camouflage uniforms stands on Palace Square decorated with a giant red star banner for the 81st Victory Day Parade rehearsal. The rehearsal of parade units on foot took place on Palace Square in St. Petersburg in preparation for the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. Units of the Leningrad Military District, cadets from military academies, and representatives of law enforcement agencies participated in the training. The specialists practiced their marching skills and drill techniques accompanied by a combined military orchestra. On May 9, 1945 (Moscow time), the Act of Unconditional Surrender o Copyright: xArtemxPriakhinx xSOPAxImagesx APR_5568
Rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade in St. Petersburg, Russia - 05 May 2026 A military officer stands in an open-top car reviewing a formation of naval personnel during a rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade on Palace Square. The rehearsal of parade units on foot took place on Palace Square in St. Petersburg in preparation for the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. Units of the Leningrad Military District, cadets from military academies, and representatives of law enforcement agencies participated in the training. The specialists practiced their marching skills and drill techniques accompanied by a combined military orchestra. On May 9, 1945 (Moscow time), the Act of Unconditional Surrender of Germany came in Copyright: xArtemxPriakhinx xSOPAxImagesx APR_5494
Rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade in St. Petersburg, Russia - 05 May 2026 A black open-top parade car drives across Palace Square past a unit of the military honor guard during a technical rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade. The rehearsal of parade units on foot took place on Palace Square in St. Petersburg in preparation for the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. Units of the Leningrad Military District, cadets from military academies, and representatives of law enforcement agencies participated in the training. The specialists practiced their marching skills and drill techniques accompanied by a combined military orchestra. On May 9, 1945 (Moscow time), the Act of Unconditional Surrender of Germany came Copyright: xArtemxPriakhinx xSOPAxImagesx APR_5300
Rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade in St. Petersburg, Russia - 05 May 2026 A view through a waving red flag of a formation of Russian servicemen in dress uniforms standing on Palace Square during a rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade. The rehearsal of parade units on foot took place on Palace Square in St. Petersburg in preparation for the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. Units of the Leningrad Military District, cadets from military academies, and representatives of law enforcement agencies participated in the training. The specialists practiced their marching skills and drill techniques accompanied by a combined military orchestra. On May 9, 1945 (Moscow time), the Act of Unconditional Surrender of Germ Copyright: xArtemxPriakhinx xSOPAxImagesx APR_5137
Rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade in St. Petersburg, Russia - 05 May 2026 Residents and tourists stand behind a fence, taking photos and videos on their smartphones during a rehearsal for the Victory Day Parade on Palace Square. The rehearsal of parade units on foot took place on Palace Square in St. Petersburg in preparation for the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. Units of the Leningrad Military District, cadets from military academies, and representatives of law enforcement agencies participated in the training. The specialists practiced their marching skills and drill techniques accompanied by a combined military orchestra. On May 9, 1945 (Moscow time), the Act of Unconditional Surrender of Germany came in Copyright: xArtemxPriakhinx xSOPAxImagesx APR_5074
Rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade in St. Petersburg, Russia - 05 May 2026 A formation of naval personnel in dress uniforms and white caps stands on Palace Square during a rehearsal for the military parade dedicated to the 81st anniversary of Victory in World War II. The rehearsal of parade units on foot took place on Palace Square in St. Petersburg in preparation for the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. Units of the Leningrad Military District, cadets from military academies, and representatives of law enforcement agencies participated in the training. The specialists practiced their marching skills and drill techniques accompanied by a combined military orchestra. On May 9, 1945 (Moscow time), the Act of Unco Copyright: xArtemxPriakhinx xSOPAxImagesx APR_4864
Rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade in St. Petersburg, Russia - 05 May 2026 A side view of the military honor guard members in ceremonial uniforms standing with the National Flag of Russia during a rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade on Palace Square. The rehearsal of parade units on foot took place on Palace Square in St. Petersburg in preparation for the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. Units of the Leningrad Military District, cadets from military academies, and representatives of law enforcement agencies participated in the training. The specialists practiced their marching skills and drill techniques accompanied by a combined military orchestra. On May 9, 1945 (Moscow time), the Act of Unconditional S Copyright: xArtemxPriakhinx xSOPAxImagesx APR_4695
Rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade in St. Petersburg, Russia - 05 May 2026 Russian servicemen hold the Victory Soviet flag during a rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade on Palace Square. The rehearsal of parade units on foot took place on Palace Square in St. Petersburg in preparation for the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. Units of the Leningrad Military District, cadets from military academies, and representatives of law enforcement agencies participated in the training. The specialists practiced their marching skills and drill techniques accompanied by a combined military orchestra. On May 9, 1945 (Moscow time), the Act of Unconditional Surrender of Germany came into force. For city residents, this dat Copyright: xArtemxPriakhinx xSOPAxImagesx APR_4472
Rehearsal for the 81st Victory Day Parade in St. Petersburg, Russia - 05 May 2026 A formation of Russian servicemen in camouflage uniforms and berets march across Palace Square during a rehearsal for the military parade dedicated to the 81st anniversary of Victory in World War II. The rehearsal of parade units on foot took place on Palace Square in St. Petersburg in preparation for the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. Units of the Leningrad Military District, cadets from military academies, and representatives of law enforcement agencies participated in the training. The specialists practiced their marching skills and drill techniques accompanied by a combined military orchestra. On May 9, 1945 (Moscow time), the Act Copyright: xArtemxPriakhinx xSOPAxImagesx APR_4242 (1)

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