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What leaders are attending China's military parade?

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Leaders attending China's military parade include Russia's Vladimir Putin, North Korea's Kim Jong-un, Myanmar's Myint Aung Hlaing, Iran's Massoud Pazhishkian, and 26 other foreign leaders.

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  • China is preparing a large military parade in Beijing to mark 80 years since World War II ended.
  • President Xi Jinping will host leaders from Russia, North Korea, Myanmar, and Iran, all under heavy sanctions. 16s
  • The parade will showcase advanced Chinese military technology, including hypersonic weapons and unmanned ships. 1m 7s
  • The event takes place amid ongoing mistrust with the West and regional territorial disputes. 1m 33s
  • Security in Beijing has been tightened, with major disruptions to the city ahead of the parade. 1m 38s
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China to stage massive military parade as Xi hosts sanctioned leaders
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Reuters
4 hours ago
China to stage massive military parade as Xi hosts sanctioned leaders

President Xi Jinping will oversee the parade, attended by Russian President Vladimir Putin, North Korea's Kim Jong-un, Myanmar junta chief Myint Aung Hlaing, and Iran's president Massoud Pazhishkian.

North Korea's Kim Jong-un to attend Beijing military parade with Putin
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1 day ago
North Korea's Kim Jong-un to attend Beijing military parade with Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un will be among the 26 foreign leaders attending the parade.

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