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DiasporaPublished: 15 July 2026 at 04:37

France holds largest ever Bastille Day parade; Latvian soldiers also participate

On July 14, France staged the largest national day parade in history, showcasing military might and allied unity. Ukrainian President Zelensky was the guest of honor, and Latvian soldiers marched in the parade.

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France celebrated Bastille Day this year with the largest national day parade ever held. The event took place in Paris and was aimed at demonstrating the country's military strength and solidarity with its allies.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was the guest of honor at the parade. Many other world leaders were invited, including the Prime Minister of Latvia. Notably, Latvian soldiers also marched in the parade, underscoring the close ties between Latvia and France.

The parade was marked by its grandeur and high level of international participation, reinforcing France's role as a significant military and political power in Europe.

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