In Photos: Stunning Military Parades

Baghdad, Iraq

Soldiers commemorate the anniversary of the 1958 coup that ended the monarchy, as well as more recent victories over Islamic State
Photograph: Karim Kadim/AP

Moscow, Russia

The Victory Day military parade in Red Square
Photograph: Kirill Kudryavtsev/AFP/Getty Images

New Delhi, India

A colourful display celebrating Republic Day
Photograph: Adnan Abidi/Reuters

Mexico City, Mexico

A parade commemorating Mexico’s annual Independence Day
Photograph: Ronaldo Schemidt/AFP/Getty Images

Doha, Qatar

Qatar’s armed forces take part in National Day celebrations
Photograph: AFP/Getty Images