Vietnam showcases heavy military arsenal in state-level parade rehearsal
Massive military hardware and disciplined formations impressed crowds at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi on Wednesday evening during a state-level rehearsal for the upcoming military parade marking the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s August Revolution and National Day (September 2).
Senior Lieutenant General Nguyen Hong Thai, Deputy Minister of National Defense, stands in a command car as the vehicle enters the grandstand at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, August 27, 2025. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
Tanks, coastal defense missile systems, UAVs, and other advanced weaponry of the Vietnam People’s Army rolled through the streets before entering the square.
The rehearsal drew widespread attention as thousands of service members marched in perfect synchronization.
A Scud-B ballistic missile system enters the grandstand at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, August 27, 2025. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
Vietnam-produced UAVs designed for rapid, precise air missions. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
A Bastion-P coastal defense missile system is seen at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, August 27, 2025. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
An upgraded S-125-VT missile system by Vietnam’s military-run Viettel Group boosts targeting accuracy. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
A Redut-M coastal missile system of the Vietnam People’s Navy parades through Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, August 27, 2025. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
A Truong Son missile system developed by Vietnam’s military-run Viettel Group parades past the grandstand at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, August 27, 2025. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
Armored units move into formation at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, August 27, 2025. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
An armored formation enters the grandstand at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, August 27, 2025. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
Parade participants sing Vietnam’s national anthem during a flag salute ceremony at a state-level parade rehearsal at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, August 27, 2025. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
Military formations march past the grandstand at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, August 27, 2025. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
A formation of female Special Forces Police officers enter the grandstand at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, August 27, 2025. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
A special forces contingent, known for stealth and daring operations. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
The formation of female United Nations Peacekeeping officers advances toward the grandstand. This force carries out a noble diplomatic mission. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
Vietnam People’s Public Security forces march with discipline and pride. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
A contingent from the Vietnam People’s Navy. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
An Electronic Warfare unit equipped with devices to suppress unmanned aerial vehicles. This force is tasked with protecting critical targets against threats to information security, safety, and confidentiality. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
A formation of mobile mounted police enters the grandstand at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, August 27, 2025. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
Female military band members shine in white uniforms and red berets. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
Vietnam’s Party and national flag units advance into Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, August 27, 2025. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
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