Russian strikes kill 22 in Ukraine before looming ceasefire
Summary
Russian attacks in Ukraine killed at least 22 people and injured over 80 before planned ceasefires by both sides. Ukraine announced a ceasefire starting Tuesday evening, while Russia promised a ceasefire for May 5-6 around Victory Day but threatened to continue fighting if disrupted.Key Facts
- Russian strikes using drones and missiles hit several Ukrainian cities, killing at least 22 civilians and injuring more than 80.
- Ukraine declared a ceasefire starting late Tuesday with no end date set.
- Russia announced a ceasefire for May 5 and 6 but warned it would retaliate if the ceasefire was broken.
- The attacks damaged energy infrastructure and other key facilities like gas production plants in Ukraine.
- Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy met with Bahrain’s king to discuss sharing drone defense technology amid ongoing Iranian-backed aerial threats.
- Russia has conducted similar short, unilateral ceasefires in the war before, timed to holidays.
- Ukraine’s air defense intercepted many drones and missiles, but some still reached their targets.
- Ukrainian officials are also assisting several Gulf countries with air defense expertise due to regional drone threats.
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