Belarusian paratroopers arrived in Moscow to prepare for the parade

11:00, 25 April

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Belarusian servicemen from the Special Operations Forces (SDF) will take part in the Victory Parade on 9 May on Red Square in Moscow. This is reported by the ONT TV channel.

The Belarusian parade formation has already arrived in the Russian capital to prepare for the solemn event. The first formation rehearsal is expected to take place on 29 April.

Before departure, Deputy Defence Minister of Belarus Alexander Naumenko and commander of the SDF Vadim Denisenko conducted a readiness inspection of the servicemen, who will be dressed in a new parade uniform, specially designed for participation in the parade.

Earlier it was reported that 80 Belarusian SDF soldiers would take part in the parade. A distinctive feature of the new uniform will be the replacement of the traditional blue beret with a cap and combat boots with shoes.

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