Russia’s Victory Day parade draws global attention
(MENAFN) Russia’s Victory Day parade on May 9 once again drew global attention, not merely for its military display but as a reflection of the country's stance in the evolving world order. Fyodor Lukyanov argues that such events are more than symbolic—they express national identity and geopolitical perspective, and their ability to provoke international reactions underscores their continuing relevance.
As the world marks 80 years since the end of World War II, the legacy of that conflict is being reconsidered. Beyond establishing the United Nations, the war’s deeper impact included triggering a wave of decolonization that radically altered global politics. Between the 1940s and 1970s, dozens of new nations emerged across Africa, Asia, and beyond, reshaping the international system.
From today’s vantage point, Lukyanov suggests that this post-war transformation—led by the Global South—was as consequential as the Cold War. These countries now form an increasingly powerful “global majority,” influencing world affairs even if they don’t dominate the system.
The attendance of leaders from Asia, Africa, and Latin America at Moscow’s parade symbolized this shift. It illustrated that the Cold War’s Western-centric order is giving way to a more multipolar world, and that Russia is positioning itself at the heart of this transformation. Moscow’s celebration is not just about remembering the past but also asserting its role in shaping the future.
A similar event planned for September in Beijing, marking the end of the Pacific theater of WWII, further reflects this eastward geopolitical shift.
As historical distance from WWII grows, its relevance hasn’t faded—instead, it’s taken on new political significance. National memory has become a defining element of international identity. While every country interprets the war through its own lens, Lukyanov emphasizes this is not historical distortion but a natural reflection of differing experiences and evolving worldviews.
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