Moscow faces drones attacks from Ukraine days ahead of the Red Square parade
SITUATION UPDATE: RUSSIA PARADE UNDER THREAT AS UKRAINE DRONE ATTACKS CONTINUE
Moscow - A barrage of Ukrainian drones has left Russian airports, including Moscow, in chaos, with flight restrictions enforced three days before the Kremlin's grand military parade on Red Square to commemorate the defeat of the Nazis.
With speculation running high over the safety of the parade, fears are escalating as the United States persists in urging both sides to end the fighting. Russian President Vladimir Putin, defying the odds, has ordered a three-day truce to coincide with events marking 80 years since the end of World War II, a move Kyiv dismisses as mere "manipulation" and "just for the parade."
As world leaders prepare to attend, including China's Xi Jinping, due to arrive Wednesday, Moscow reports an overnight drone attack by Ukraine, affecting not only the capital but other cities such as Volgograd and Nizhny Novgorod. The capital city's defenses are said to have successfully shot down 19 drones, with debris reportedly falling on major avenues.
Meanwhile, Ukrainian officials claim at least two lives lost due to Russian attacks in Ukraine, with one fatality reported in the southern Odesa region and another in the eastern city of Kramatorsk.
Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelensky, has dismissed Putin's proposed three-day ceasefire as "playing games to create a pleasant atmosphere" ahead of the May 9 parade, instead demanding an immediate, longer ceasefire.
In light of escalating tensions, Russian authorities have taken drastic measures to ensure security during the parade, including restricting mobile internet access to prevent potential disruptions or security breaches. With a range of high-ranking officials and international leaders expected to attend, security measures are undoubtedly a top priority.
- The continued Ukrainian drone attacks, including those on Moscow, have led to chaos at Russian airports, causing flight restrictions ahead of the planned military parade on Red Square this Monday at 2100.
- As the world watches the escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine, the United States has been urging both sides to agree on a ceasefire, amid concerns over the safety of the upcoming parade.
- On Monday night, Moscow reported an overnight drone attack by Ukraine, affecting not only the capital but other cities like Volgograd and Nizhny Novgorod, with at least 19 drones successfully shot down.
- Amidst the escalating war-and-conflicts in Europe, politics and general news are rife with speculation regarding the safety of the Moscow military parade, as both Russia and Ukraine continue their hostile drone attacks.
