Russia Cancels Naval Parade Amid Security Worries

Russia has aborted its major annual naval parade in St. Petersburg, as security concerns loom large. The news was disclosed by Russian news outlet Fontanka on Thursday, citing undisclosed sources.

Scheduled to align with Navy Day, the naval display was set to occur on the final Sunday of July, a day of significant national pride in Russia intended to celebrate its naval heritage.

The abrupt cancellation underscores growing unease and highlights the increasing precautions being taken by Russian authorities in response to unspecified security threats.

(With inputs from agencies.)