Overview

• Xi Jinping reviewed more than 10,000 troops and hundreds of vehicles and aircraft in Tiananmen Square to mark the 80th anniversary of Japan’s surrender.
• The People’s Liberation Army displayed new domestically produced systems across 45 formations, including anti-ship missiles, drones, hypersonic-capable weapons and nuclear‑capable ICBMs.
• A green‑covered vehicle seen in rehearsals fueled reports of a laser air‑defense system, though its capabilities and operational status remain unverified.
• Attendance by Western officials was sparse as Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un joined Xi for a rare joint public appearance highlighting political solidarity.
• U.S. President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social accusing the three leaders of “conspiring” against the United States as Washington and analysts scrutinized the showcase.