Ukraine expands oil strikes on Russia as Putin proposes brief ceasefire
Summary
Ukraine has recently launched drone attacks on Russian oil facilities deep inside Russia, including a major refinery in the city of Perm. In response to ongoing conflict, Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed a one-day ceasefire to U.S. President Donald Trump, who supported the idea for a holiday marking the defeat of Nazi Germany.Key Facts
- Ukrainian drones attacked an oil pumping station and refinery in Perm, central Russia, more than 1,500 km from the battlefront.
- The attacked refinery is owned by Lukoil, one of Russia's largest oil companies.
- The strikes caused large smoke plumes, chemical emergency alerts, and visible oil spills in other parts of Russia.
- Russia continues regular air attacks on Ukrainian cities, causing civilian deaths and injuries.
- Russia reduced the size of its Victory Day parade due to security concerns over Ukrainian drone strikes.
- Putin proposed a one-day ceasefire for Victory Day in a phone call with President Trump, who supported the temporary truce.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine will seek more details about the ceasefire and continues to call for a longer, lasting peace.
- The war between Russia and Ukraine has lasted over four years, with ongoing clashes and territorial disputes.
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