'No new instructions' — Putin's unilateral Victory Day ceasefire takes effect May 8, Kremlin says
The so-called "humanitarian" truce will run from midnight on May 8 to midnight on May 11.
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Ukrainian drones reportedly hit Russian fiber optic plant in Saransk
"The fiber optic systems plant in Saransk was very seriously damaged after the strike," Andrii Kovalenko, an official at Ukraine's National Security and Defense Council, said on May 7.
60,000 passengers affected in Russia amid Ukrainian drone strikes on Moscow
The disruption comes days before Russia's Victory Day parade on May 9, one of the country's largest public events and a key propaganda tool for Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Kellogg says Ukraine proposed 30-km demilitarized buffer zone, admits Putin main obstacle to ceasefire
U.S. special envoy for Ukraine Keith Kellogg described the proposal as a buffer zone with both sides pulling back 15 kilometers, creating a 30-kilometer area monitored by observers from third countries.
Without mentioning his name, Biden calls Trump's pressure on Ukraine 'modern-day appeasement' towards Russia
Former U.S. President Joe Biden, breaking from the tradition of former presidents avoiding criticism of successors early in their term, said conceding Ukrainian territory could erode confidence in Washington's global role.
General Staff: Russia has lost 960,770 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022
The number includes 1,270 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.
Canada initiates court proceedings to seize Russian Antonov An-124 aircraft
The aircraft, owned by Russian Volga-Dnepr cargo airlines, has remained grounded at Toronto Pearson International Airport since the start of the full-scale invasion in February 2022, amid a travel ban on Russian aircraft in Canadian airspace.
Russian missile, drone attack on Kyiv kills 2, injures 8
Russian drone debris struck several residential buildings in the Dnipro, Shevchenkivskyi, and Sviatoshynskyi neighborhoods of the capital.
Ukraine's external budgetary financing needs 'fully secured' for 2025, Shmyhal says
Ukraine's external financing needs to cover the country's budgetary deficit are fully met for 2025, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said on May 6.
'Millions are dying' because of 'foolish decision' to ban Russia from G8, Trump says
When pressed about whether he would invite Russia back to the group, President Donald Trump responded that "it's not good timing now," contradicting previous statements on the matter.
Moscow releases guest list for Victory Day parade
The Kremlin has released a guest list of countries and foreign leaders planning to attend the contentious May 9 Victory Day parade. Military personnel from 13 countries are expected to march through Moscow and at least 29 world leaders are expected to attend the event.
Ukraine war latest: 205 Ukrainian POWs released in prisoner swap; drone attacks intensify against Moscow
Key developments on May 6: * Ukraine brings home 205 POWs in prisoner exchange with Russia * Russian soldiers executed 3 unarmed Ukrainian POWs in Donetsk Oblast, prosecutors say * Russia allegedly downs 3 drones approaching Moscow as Putin prepares Victory Day parade * Ukraine stabilizes Pokrovsk front, seizes tactical initiative in some areas,
Ukraine ramps up drone strikes on Moscow as Russian-friendly leaders set to attend Victory Day parade
For the second night in a row, the Kremlin has reported downing Ukrainian attack drones on their approach to Moscow. While not an unprecedented event, the timing of these attacks on the Russian capital has not gone unnoticed, coming just days before the much-vaunted Victory Day parade in the center
Ukrainian anti-corruption activist cites pressure after investigators allegedly access wife's phone data
The State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) may have gained access to the phone data of activist Vitaliy Shabunin's wife following a court ruling — a development that the head of the Anti-Corruption Action Center's executive board sees as yet another sign of pressure aimed at curtailing his work. Days after the
Russian soldiers executed 3 unarmed Ukrainian POWs in Donetsk Oblast, prosecutors say
The execution of prisoners of war is a breach of the Geneva Conventions and qualifies as an international crime.
Ex-deputy head of President’s Office released on over $430,000 bail amid corruption probe
Andrii Smyrnov held the position of the President's Office deputy head from September 2019 until March 2024, when President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed him without naming a reason.
Amid missile shortage, Ukraine's air defenses are struggling under Russian ballistic attacks
As the air defense missile stocks run low and the future of U.S. military aid to Ukraine grows increasingly uncertain, Kyiv is under pressure to defend its sky. The concerns mount as Russia scales up its aerial attacks across Ukraine, combining ballistic missiles and drones to overwhelm air defenses.
Russian missile strike on Sumy suburb kills 3, injures 11
According to the preliminary information, Russian troops used a ballistic missile, the Sumy Oblast Military Administration said. It was launched at around 5:30 p.m. local time, targeting civilian infrastructure.
Parliamentary сommittee backs ratification of US minerals deal ahead of Verkhovna Rada vote
The Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, will vote on the agreement's ratification on May 8.
After 3 years of full-scale war in Ukraine, Europe announces plan to ban all Russian gas imports
BRUSSELS — After years of reducing its reliance on Russian gas, the European Union is moving to turn off the taps completely within the next two years. The European Commission (EC) on May 6 presented a detailed roadmap to fully sever the European Union’s energy dependence on Russia by 2027.
Ukraine brings home 205 POWs in prisoner exchange with Russia
This marks the fifth known prisoner of war (POWs) swap of 2025 and the 64th since Russia’s full-scale invasion began in February 2022.
Hegseth reportedly ordered Ukraine aid pause without Trump's knowledge
The suspension reportedly affected 11 shipments of artillery shells and weapons from Dover Air Force Base and a U.S. base in the United Arab Emirates.
5 killed, 33 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day
Russia launched 136 drones overnight, including Iranian-designed Shahed-type drones, according to Ukraine's Air Force.
How medics of Ukraine’s 3rd Assault Brigade deal with horrors of drone warfare
Editor's Note: Due to the security protocols of the brigade featured in this story, Ukrainian soldiers and military medics mentioned are identified by their callsigns only. KHARKIV OBLAST – As is usually the case at stabilization points across Ukraine in the fourth year of Russia's full-scale war, peak hour for the
Ukraine stabilizes Pokrovsk front, seizes tactical initiative in some areas, Syrskyi says
Pokrovsk, located about 70 kilometers northwest of Donetsk, remains one of the most fiercely contested sectors of the front, where Russia has concentrated its main offensive efforts since March.
'Putin doesn't want peace, he wants Ukraine' — Pence rebukes Trump's stance on Russia
Criticizing the White House, former U.S. Vice President Mike Pence said Putin "only understands power."
General Staff: Russia has lost 959,500 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022
The number includes 1,430 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.
Reporters Without Borders exfiltrates Russian journalist and outspoken war critic who escaped house arrest
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) on May 5 announced they had facilitated Russian journalist Ekaterina Barabash's escape from Russia to France after she fled house arrest on April 21.
1 killed, fires reported in Odesa Oblast following Russian drone attack
A Russian drone attack on Odesa Oblast on May 5 killed one and caused damage to local infrastructure, regional Governor Oleh Kiper reported.
Zelensky thanks outgoing German Chancellor Scholz for Ukraine support
"We appreciate that Germany plays a pivotal role in supporting Ukraine throughout the years of war. Ukraine is also grateful for your personal commitment," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
Ukraine's drones target Moscow second night in a row, Russian official claims, ahead of Victory Day parade
Debris from one of the drones reportedly fell on the Kashirskoye Highway, Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said. The reported attack comes just days before Russia's Victory Day parade and three-day "truce."
Economy minister to meet with party leaders before parliament ratifies minerals deal
MPs will be able to ask questions and learn more about the details of the agreement in meetings with Economy Minister Yulia Svyrydenko May 6-7, MP Serhii Sobolev told the news outlet Suspilne. The ratification vote is scheduled for May 8.
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