Russia said it shot down hundreds of Ukrainian drones as strikes targeted the St Petersburg region and other areas while a major economic forum ended. Zelenskyy said the attacks hit Russian naval and oil targets and again called for an end to the war.
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Putin said he sees “no point” in meeting Zelenskyy for now, rejecting Ukraine’s call for direct talks and a ceasefire. Zelenskyy said Russia was “choosing war again” as attacks continued across Ukraine and the Sea of Azov.
Seven people were killed and 11 injured when a drone hit a bus travelling through Russian-controlled Donetsk, the region’s Kremlin-installed leader said. The strike came during a broad exchange of drone and missile attacks involving Russia, Ukraine and Russian-held territory.
Russian drone strikes killed two and wounded two in Odesa ahead of a 32-hour Orthodox Easter ceasefire. A prisoner exchange returned 175 Russian soldiers, while both sides prepared for the ceasefire amid ongoing tensions.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared a three-day ceasefire in the conflict with Ukraine, set to coincide with the 80th anniversary of "Victory Day," commemorating Russia's victory over Nazi Germany. The ceasefire, beginning on May 8 and ending on May 11, aligns with Victory in Europe Day, a significant holiday in Russia. Despite this gesture, Ukraine remains skeptical due to past violations by Russian forces and has warned of a response to any breaches, highlighting persistent tensions and difficulties in securing lasting peace.
The White House has warned Congress that the United States is running out of resources to provide aid to Ukraine in its war against Russia. Without additional funding, the aid package will be depleted by the end of the year, leaving Ukraine vulnerable to further Russian aggression. Office of Management and Budget Director Shalanda Young urged Congress to act quickly to provide additional funding for the aid package.
Key takeaways: The Russian drone and missile strike near Odesa has caused significant damage and injury, and is part of a series of attacks that…