Putin defends 'just cause' of Ukraine war at May 9 military parade

Russian President Vladimir Putin stated during May 9 commemorations that his 'cause is just' in Ukraine, implicitly rejecting international criticism.

Published 18sem6 sources✓ ConfirmedImportantupdated 5sem

Lire en français

≈ 25sSpeed

The fact

The declaration comes as Russia celebrates the anniversary of its 1945 victory amid ongoing conflict difficulties.

The message aims to rally domestic Russian support despite the war's human and material losses.

6 sources — click a link to read an article on the topic:

RFI

Explore this topic

Russie Ukraine Vladimir Poutine Kremlin #Russie #Ukraine #Poutine #conflit

What if you saw the whole news differently?Factae cross-checks hundreds of sources worldwide to keep only the fact, no opinion. Explore the front page.

Follow topic →

Auto-synthesis from 6 media sources · identified on May 10, 2026

← Back to home

The fact

Read more

Putin hints at possible end to Ukraine conflict during commemorations

Putin claims Ukrainian conflict nearing its end

Ukraine: Putin announces unilateral ceasefire for May 8-9

Ukraine war: Putin proposes ceasefire for May 9

Russia: Putin Scales Back May 9 Military Parade for First Time in Two Decades

Russia marks May 9 celebrations, using victory narrative for current war