Zelensky Urges Diplomats to Skip Moscow's Victory Day Parade
President Zelensky warned foreign representatives against attending Russia's May 9 Victory Day parade in Moscow, saying some Russia-friendly countries had asked about attendance. The move comes amid Russia's unilateral ceasefire (May 8–10) and threats of retaliation for any violations, while Kyiv accuses Moscow of repeated breaches. Russia says it did not invite foreign leaders and has limited press coverage; Slovakia's PM plans to visit Moscow but will skip the parade, underscoring tensions around the event.