Every year on July 14th, France commemorates its national holiday and the anniversary of the storming of the Bastille fortress with a military parade. This year, the event marked a historic moment as the largest parade ever held on Bastille Day.

President Emmanuel Macron used the occasion to rally European allies in a significant demonstration of unity behind Ukraine. This parade was Macron's final Bastille Day event as president, emphasizing solidarity with Ukraine amid current geopolitical tensions.

The parade underscored France's commitment to European cooperation and support for Ukraine, reflecting the broader regional context.

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