Putin Prepares Russians for Prolonged War, Citing WWII Sacrifice

President Vladimir Putin is rallying Russians for a long-term commitment to the war in Ukraine, drawing direct parallels to the Soviet Union’s sacrifices during World War II. Speaking at what is being called the “grandest” Victory Day parade in Moscow, Putin is invoking the memory of the nation’s immense suffering and resilience during the defeat of Nazi Germany to galvanize support for Russian troops fighting in Ukraine.

Putin’s address emphasized unity, historical continuity, and the need for national endurance: “Victory Day unites all generations. We are going forward relying on our centuries-old traditions and feel confident that together we will ensure a free and secure future of Russia,” he declared, as military hardware paraded and warplanes flew overhead. He accused the West of fueling global conflicts and reaffirmed Russia’s readiness to defend itself, warning that “our strategic forces are in combat readiness,” while expressing hope that nuclear weapons will not be needed in the Ukraine conflict.

The Kremlin is using government initiatives to place war veterans in positions of influence, reinforcing the message of national struggle and preparing society for an extended campaign. Putin’s rhetoric, steeped in references to WWII, aims to legitimize continued military action and sustain public support by framing the Ukraine war as a test of Russian endurance and historical destiny.

Recent intelligence suggests Putin may be shifting immediate war goals to consolidating occupied territory and strengthening Russia’s economy, but Western officials remain skeptical about his willingness to end the conflict soon. As the war grinds on, Putin’s invocation of WWII sacrifice seeks to fortify Russian resolve for what he signals could be a drawn-out confrontation.

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