"Poland's Massive Military Parade Amidst Neighboring Ukraine's Ongoing Conflict"

Poland held its largest military parade since the Cold War, showcasing its state-of-the-art weaponry and commemorating the 103rd anniversary of victory over the Soviet Union in the Battle of Warsaw. The parade comes as war rages in neighboring Ukraine and defense takes center stage ahead of parliamentary elections. With Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Poland has prioritized boosting its armed forces, and the parade provided an opportunity for the government to promote its security credentials. The display included Abrams tanks, HIMARS artillery systems, Patriot missile systems, F-16 fighter planes, and more. Poland's defense budget is a record 137 billion zlotys ($34bn), the highest proportion in NATO.