Sputnik: Russia Celebrates Navy Day With a Majestic Parade in Saint Petersburg
Russia celebrated its Navy Day with a military parade in Saint Petersburg on Sunday. President Vladimir Putin took part in the event.
"Today, the Navy completes not only the traditional tasks, but also adequately responds to the new challenges, makes a significant contribution to the struggle against terrorism and piracy. Children and grandchildren would be proud of the sailors of the modern Navy," Putin said at the parade.
The Russian leader added that the high level and competence of the Navy could be seen both at the drills as well as at the military operations.
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WNU Editor: This is the first time in modern Russian history that the President will receive the main Navy parade.
More News On Russia's Navy Day Celebrations
Putin shows off Russia's naval might with major parade -- AFP
Russia’s main Navy Day parade to be held in St. Petersburg -- TASS
Putin to participate in Navy Day celebration in Petersburg -- TASS
Dozens of Warships, Submarines to Take Part in St.Petersburg Naval Parade -- Sputnik
On this day: Russia celebrates Navy Day -- RBTH
Russia's Navy Day: History of Glory and Heroism -- Sputnik
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