Putin ‘Cheers’ with Russian Soldiers; Kneels at Tomb of Unknown Soldier; Hails Military Heroes

Putin raised a customary glass of champagne with soldiers on Defender of the Fatherland Day, honoring their role in protecting Russia’s sovereignty. He later knelt at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier,..

Putin Leads Defiant 'Defender of the Fatherland' Ceremony — 3 Years Into Ukraine War

Russian President Vladimir Putin led a powerful wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Moscow on Defender of the Fatherland Day, just one day before the third anniversary of..