International security

Putin issues a warning to the West and Nato over their 'double standards' as Russia displays its military might in Victory Day parade

Vladimir Putin has issued a warning to the West and Nato over their 'double standards' as Russia displayed its military might in a Victory Day parade.

The Russian president spoke out during an hour-long parade in which huge tanks and rocket launchers were driven through Red Square in Moscow.

Thousands of male and female military personnel marched through the square during the event, which concluded with a flyover by dozens of aircraft.

During a short speech at the parade this morning, Putin said he wanted to help build an international security system that transcended military blocs as part of a moves to combat global terrorism.