Archive · 2 Sep 2025
Kim, Xi, Putin to Attend WWII Military Parade in Beijing
Kim Jong Un, the leader of North Korea, traveled to China by armored train.
He will join Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin at a big military parade in Beijing.
This parade marks 80 years since the end of World War II, which includes China's fight against Japan.
The event is set to show off China’s military power and is a moment of unity for these leaders.
More world leaders are expected to attend.
Security has increased in Beijing for the event.
Kim Jong Un arrived in Beijing by armored train to attend a military parade.
The parade marks 80 years since the end of World War II.
Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin are also expected to attend.
The parade will showcase China’s military might.
The event highlights a gathering of these leaders.
- Who
- Kim Jong Un, Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin
- What
- Attending a military parade marking 80 years since the end of WWII.
- When
- Kim arrived Tuesday, parade on Wednesday.
- Where
- Beijing, China
- Why
- To commemorate the end of World War II and China's fight against Japan.
- Event
- WWII Commemoration Military Parade
- Location
- Beijing, China
- Attendees
- Kim Jong Un, Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping
- Kim's Travel
- Armored Train
- Event Date
- Wednesday
Sources
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