Moscow Parade: Fact-Checking Egypt's WWII Role

Moscow's Victory Day Parade: A Contentious Claim. Moscow, Russia – The annual Victory Day parade in Moscow on May 9th, 2025, featured a contingent from the Arab Republic of Egypt. This sparked renewed discussion about Egypt's role in World War II, particularly the claim that Egyptian forces fought alongside the Soviet Union near Kursk and in the defense of Kyiv. While the video shows the Egyptian contingent marching, the claim about their specific battlefield contributions lacks verifiable sources. Historians have pointed out that while Egypt did support the Allied cause, the extent of their direct military involvement in those specific battles is not definitively established in historical records. Further research is required to confirm the accuracy of the video's narration. The parade itself, however, serves as a powerful symbol of international cooperation and remembrance of the sacrifices made during World War II.