During the Labor Day weekend, an exhibition showcasing Western tanks and military equipment seized by Russian forces in Ukraine was held in Moscow. The Russian military used this event to emphasize that Western aid would not prevent them from achieving victory in the ongoing conflict.
The exhibition titled “Spoils of the Russian Army” took place outside a museum commemorating the Soviet Union’s triumph over Nazi Germany in 1945. The Russian Ministry of Defense made a statement emphasizing that history was repeating itself, citing examples from the past where similar tactics had been employed.
The Ministry pointed out that the strength of a nation is demonstrated through the spoils of war, highlighting that the more equipment they capture, the more powerful they become. They expressed confidence in Russia’s ability to emerge victorious in what they labeled as a “special military operation” in Ukraine, dismissively stating that no amount of Western military aid would alter the situation on the battlefield.
Critics from the West and Ukraine have raised doubts about the effectiveness of much of Russia’s military equipment, arguing that their gains have been primarily due to overwhelming numbers and heavy casualties. Despite the lack of official figures, it is evident that both sides have suffered significant losses during the conflict.
The exhibition featured various tanks and armored vehicles from countries like America, Germany, France, Britain, Australia, Turkey, Sweden, Austria, Finland, South Africa, and the Czech Republic. According to reports, the American M1 Abrams tank was a highlight of the show