Ukrainian troops to join Brussels National Day parade for first time
Ukrainian soldiers will participate in Belgium's National Day military parade in Brussels on 21 July, a week after marching in France's Bastille Day parade.
Ukrainian troops are set to take part in Belgium's National Day military parade in Brussels on 21 July, marking the first time they have participated in this event in the city that hosts NATO and European Union headquarters.
The participation comes just one week after Ukrainian soldiers marched in France's Bastille Day parade in Paris. While the exact number of Ukrainian troops involved in the Brussels parade has not been disclosed, the presence is seen as a symbolic gesture of solidarity and Ukraine's deepening ties with Western allies.
Belgium's National Day commemorates the country's independence and is celebrated annually on 21 July. The military parade is a key highlight of the festivities, drawing thousands of spectators along the streets of Brussels. The inclusion of Ukrainian troops this year underscores continued international support for Ukraine amid its ongoing conflict with Russia.
The previous appearance at the Bastille Day parade on 14 July was also historic, as Ukrainian soldiers marched down the Champs-Élysées in Paris for the first time. These events are part of broader efforts to integrate Ukraine's armed forces with Western military structures and strengthen cooperation with NATO and the EU.
