Russia and Ukraine trade major attacks despite Victory Day ceasefire
Summary
Russia and Ukraine have accused each other of breaking a two-day ceasefire declared by Russia for Victory Day celebrations. Both sides reported shooting down hundreds of the other's drones near the front lines during this period.Key Facts
- Russia announced a two-day ceasefire to mark the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany.
- Ukraine and Russia say the other side broke this ceasefire with attacks.
- Ukraine’s air force claims to have shot down 56 Russian drones near the conflict zone.
- Russia’s Defence Ministry says it downed 264 Ukrainian drones on the same day.
- The ceasefire was supposed to stop fighting for the Victory Day celebration.
- The reports of drone attacks happened during the early hours of the ceasefire.
- The conflict is ongoing despite the declared pause in fighting.
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