Russia’s celebration of victory in World War II is a key pillar of Putin’s rule The Associated PressPutin says Russia’s army is ‘always ready’ as country marks World War II victory CNNIn Photos: Russians mark 79th Victory Day with military parade The Washington PostUkraine war live updates: Putin says Russia ‘will not allow anyone to threaten us’ as Moscow revels in military might CNBCPutin Renews Nuclear Threats Against West in Victory Day Speech Bloomberg