Rivals declare competing unilateral ceasefires as drones shape the war
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Russia announces a May 8–9 ceasefire for its Victory Day parade, while Ukraine declares its own May 5–6 ceasefire, starting at 00:00 on the night of May 5–6; Kyiv says it has received no official notice from Moscow. Moscow warns Kyiv not to disrupt the celebration and threatens retaliation if attacked. Zelensky argues Moscow’s move signals weakness and points to Ukraine’s drone capabilities shaping the conflict.
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