Xi, Putin, and Kim Unite at WWII Parade — Trump Warns of ‘Conspiracy Against America’

World leaders from China, Russia, and North Korea stood together in Beijing on Tuesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, in a show of unity that sparked sharp criticism from former U.S. President Donald Trump. Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted the military parade at Tiananmen Square, joined by Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. The trio flanked one another as they walked onto the reviewing platform, pausing to shake hands with WWII veterans — some over 100 years old. The ceremony opened with an 80-gun artillery salute and China’s national anthem before troops marched in tight formation and advanced military hardware, including missiles and fighter jets, rolled through the square. In his speech, Xi urged the world to learn from history, calling on nations to “eradicate the roots of war” while warning that humanity must choose between peace and conflict. But Trump blasted the gathering in a late-night Truth Social post, accusing the three leaders of “conspiring against the United States of America.” He reminded Xi of America’s wartime sacrifices, writing: “Many Americans died in China’s quest for Victory and Glory. I hope that they are rightfully Honored and Remembered for their Bravery and Sacrifice!” Still, Trump signed off with a surprisingly cordial note: “May President Xi and the wonderful people of China have a great and lasting day of celebration.” For China, the event underscored its growing global influence and military power while reinforcing domestic pride in its wartime resilience. On the international stage, the presence of Putin and Kim alongside Xi highlighted an emerging axis of cooperation among U.S. rivals. The commemoration also served as a reminder of China’s massive wartime sacrifices, often overshadowed by accounts focusing on Europe and the Pacific. Millions of Chinese were killed during Japan’s invasion and the years of