MOSCOW - President Vladimir Putin warned on Thursday that his nuclear forces were “always” on alert and that Russia would not tolerate any threats from the West. Our strategic forces are always on alert,” Putin said, addressing the Victory Day parade. The Victory Day parade is held on Red Square, featuring columns of Russian military equipment, including advanced missiles and air defence systems, as well as thousands of military personnel. Eight world leaders were scheduled to attend Thursday’s parade, Russian state-media reported this week, citing a Kremlin aide. Putin ‘s Victory Day address comes as his troops make advances in Ukraine and just after he took oath for an unprecedented fifth term.
