Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of breaching Victory Day ceasefire
Summary
Russia and Ukraine each say the other has broken ceasefires declared during the Victory Day celebrations marking the Soviet win over Nazi Germany. Both sides report attacks, including drone strikes and artillery fire, despite temporary truce efforts.Key Facts
- Russia declared a ceasefire for May 8-9 linked to Victory Day; Ukraine had called for an indefinite ceasefire starting May 6.
- Both countries accused each other of violating the ceasefires with attacks including drone strikes and artillery fire.
- Moscow's mayor reported about 20 drones were shot down near the city shortly after the truce began.
- The Russian defense ministry reported over 1,300 ceasefire violations, including strikes on civilian and industrial targets.
- Russia warned that any attack on the Victory Day parade in Moscow could result in a massive missile strike on Kyiv.
- Moscow will limit mobile internet for security during the celebrations.
- This year's Victory Day parade in Moscow will not display military hardware for the first time in nearly 20 years.
- Only a few foreign leaders will attend the celebrations, unlike previous years when many guests came to Moscow.
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