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Ukrainian drones targeted St. Petersburg, Russia, causing the airport to close temporarily and injuring a woman, while Putin attended a scaled-down Navy Day celebration due to security concerns and the cancellation of the traditional parade.
Ukrainian drones targeted St. Petersburg, causing airport closures and injuries, while Putin attended a scaled-down Navy Day celebration amid heightened security concerns and the cancellation of the traditional naval parade.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Navy Day celebrations in Maharashtra, where he witnessed the Indian Navy's operational demonstration showcasing warships, submarines, aerial assets, and maritime surveillance planes. The event aimed to commemorate India's maritime history and highlight the nation's commitment to coastal security and the realization of its maritime vision.
North Korean media released a video showing Kim Jong Un at a lavish banquet celebrating Navy Day, where he was serenaded by sailors. The event showcased gaudy decor and provided a rare glimpse of his wife and daughter. Kim's daughter, Kim Ju Ae, has been increasingly in the spotlight, fueling speculation about Kim's succession plans. Notably, Kim's wife and daughter sat at the top table with him, while his sister, Kim Yo Jong, sat across with ordinary chairs.
Russian President Vladimir Putin oversaw a scaled-down naval parade during Navy Day celebrations in St. Petersburg, which lacked strategic nuclear submarines and military aircraft. The absence of these assets is likely due to maintenance and security concerns following the Wagner Group mutiny and increased drone attacks. The parade included 45 combat ships, gunboats, and submarines, along with about 3,000 troops. The exclusion of Russia's nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines was expected, as announced earlier. The celebrations in St. Petersburg were not targeted by long-range drone attacks, but Ukraine's defense intelligence agency attempted to hack Russian sailors' devices by sending Trojan-horse messages.
Russian President Vladimir Putin reviewed a parade of warships and submarines in St Petersburg, announcing that the Russian Navy will receive 30 new ships this year. The Navy Day event showcased 45 ships and submarines, with around 3,000 navy personnel participating in a parade on land. Putin emphasized Russia's commitment to building up the strength of its Navy and implementing its national maritime policy. The event was attended by four African heads of state and representatives from five other African countries, following a Russia-Africa summit in St Petersburg.