the defense Ministry has developed a special program for the day of 75-th anniversary of Victory in the great Patriotic war, which will allow the Russians to feel the “holiday atmosphere”, despite the postponement of a Victory Parade because of the epidemic of the coronavirus. About this told defense Minister Sergei Shoigu.
According to the head of the defense Ministry, is scheduled for may 9 aviation part of the parade over red square a single formation will fly 75 aircraft and helicopters. In addition, Moscow’s overflights planned in 47 cities of the country as well as abroad in Russian military bases.
there will Also be a traditional action of memory “Immortal regiment”, which is due to the restrictive measures will be in video format. The participants will go out on the balcony with photos of relatives who fought in the war together and sing a song “Victory Day”. The event will be broadcast on the Network.
in addition, the streets of cities and towns will drive military vehicles with special sound equipment that will sound songs of the war years and congratulations. The culmination of the celebration will be fireworks. Each salvo will be launched in honor of the war hero, military formation or any memorable event.
Shoigu stressed that during the celebration of Victory Day must be observed every precaution, so that no one contracted the coronavirus.
“I Want to draw the attention of all officers the need to strictly observe security measures not to compromise the health of people, especially our veterans”, – quotes Shoigu TASS.
Earlier, the head of the defense Ministry reported that the symptoms COVID-19 was detected in 228 students of Suvorov and cadet schools. Of them have already recovered, 19 – are in hospitals. In addition, treating 418 cadets of military schools, 222 recovered.
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