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EXTRAORDINARY footage of Russian seals wearing berets has been released to ridicule the US.

It seems the Tito, 16, and Lilo, nine could be Vladmir Putin's latest weapon as they are seen bobbing around in the water armed with guns and helmets.

Seals armed with guns and helmets were seen splashing around in the water
Seals armed with guns and helmets were seen splashing around in the waterCredit: Ruptly
Their trainer instructed them to hold up a flag as they practised for Victory Day
Their trainer instructed them to hold up a flag as they practised for Victory Day

The mammals have been taught how to hold guns, defuse 'mines' and raise the country's flag as they prepare for Russia's Victory Day celebrations.

And they looked to be enjoying training as they saluted their trainer at Baikal Seal Aquarium, in the city of Irkutsk.

Their final performance will be seen on Tuesday as the country commemorate's the 72nd anniversary of the capitulation of Nazi Germany in 1945.

Tito and Lilo twirled in the pool as they enjoyed a day of training
Tito and Lilo twirled in the pool as they enjoyed a day of trainingCredit: Ruptly
The Victory Day commemorate's the 72nd anniversary of the capitulation of Nazi Germany in 1945
The Victory Day commemorate's the 72nd anniversary of the capitulation of Nazi Germany in 1945Credit: Ruptly

 

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The seals were used as an amusing warning against the USCredit: Ruptly
They looked to be enjoying themselves as the frolicked around in the pool
They looked to be enjoying themselves as the frolicked around in the poolCredit: Ruptly

Director of Baikal aquarium Evgeniy Baranov told Ruptly TV: "The seals were intended to provoke some patriotic feelings, and readiness to defend their Homeland."

While the seals' trainer Maria Chernovopivskaya said:"Tito and Lilo – those are our two fighters - they're just like us, different, each one with their own nature.

"Tito is like a go-ahead fellow and Lilo, as a girl, is more shy."

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Last week hundreds of military vehicles flooded the streets of Russia during rehearsals for Victory Day.

More than 70 planes and helicopters practised manoeuvres overhead with the world’s largest military transport helicopter Mi-26 escorted by a quartet of Mi-8 helicopters set to open the show.

On the ground, thousands of  troops put on well-practiced parade in a huge show of military might.

 

Russian female cadets dance ahead of a parade in Moscow's Poklonnaya Gora War Memorial Park
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Russian female cadets dance ahead of a parade in Moscow's Poklonnaya Gora War Memorial ParkCredit: Getty Images
Russian military cadets parade to mark the 72nd anniversary of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany
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Russian military cadets parade to mark the 72nd anniversary of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi GermanyCredit: Getty Images
Kamov Ka-52 Alligator strike helicopters, Mil Mi-26 heavy lift cargo helicopters, and Mil Mi-8 multirole helicopters
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Kamov Ka-52 Alligator strike helicopters, Mil Mi-26 heavy lift cargo helicopters, and Mil Mi-8 multirole helicoptersCredit: Alamy
Female soldiers march in formation in St Petersburg's Palace Square during a rehearsal of a Victory Day military parade
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Female soldiers march in formation in St Petersburg's Palace Square during a rehearsal of a Victory Day military paradeCredit: Getty Images

The showpiece started under Joseph Stalin with Vladimir Putin continuing the tradition which has become the highlight of a day of nationalist celebration.

More than 70 planes and helicopters dipped and dived over Red Square as Putin’s armies prepared to take over Moscow on May 9.Here are the best of the practice pics.

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