By ARPS Media with AP
Leaders from Cuba, Mongolia, and Venezuela attended Russia’s Victory Day celebrations on May 9, highlighting Russia’s efforts to assert power amid the Ukraine conflict.
Notable attendees included Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel, Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
This year’s event showcased a contrasting lineup compared to previous celebrations that featured Western leaders.