For the first time since its inception in 2017, Russia has canceled its main Navy Day parade in St. Petersburg, citing security concerns following a surge in Ukrainian drone attacks. The cancellation comes as Ukrainian drones targeted St. Petersburg, forcing the closure of the city's airport for several hours while President Vladimir Putin was in attendance for scaled-down Navy Day events. The Russian Black Sea Fleet has reportedly suffered significant losses, with up to a third of its vessels damaged or destroyed by Ukrainian strikes. In response, Putin announced plans to modernize and strengthen the fleet, but the subdued celebrations and heightened security underscore the growing vulnerability of Russia's naval assets. The move is widely seen as a sign of the mounting pressure Russia faces from Ukraine's evolving military tactics.
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