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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reported at least six dead and dozens wounded in what he called one of Russia's largest and longest attacks. The assault targeted Kyiv, Lviv, and Odesa, as both the US and Russia hint the war may soon end. Fighting continues despite peace statements from Trump and Putin.
A U.S.-brokered three-day ceasefire has expired, and Russia immediately launched more than 200 drones at Ukraine, killing at least one person. President Zelenskyy confirmed the attacks, which hit energy infrastructure and residential areas across multiple regions.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has suggested the war with Ukraine may be 'coming to an end', but analysts warn against reading too much into the statement. Moscow says it is ready for direct talks with Kyiv as a U.S.-backed short-term ceasefire holds. Analysts caution that the remarks may reflect hope rather than a genuine breakthrough.
Russia and Ukraine accused each other of violating a short-term ceasefire declared by Moscow for Victory Day. Despite the truce, attacks continued with Russia claiming to have shot down 264 Ukrainian drones and Ukraine reporting over 140 Russian attacks. President Zelenskyy dismissed the ceasefire as ineffective and vowed continued defense.
Russian airstrikes on Ukrainian gas facilities in Poltava and Kharkiv killed five people and wounded 37, cutting supply to nearly 3,500 homes. The attacks occurred after both sides announced unilateral ceasefires. Ukraine also struck a major Russian oil refinery, causing a fire but no casualties.
The Russian Defense Ministry announced that Ukraine suffered 1,195 military casualties in a single day across multiple front lines. The losses were attributed to strikes by Russian combat groups targeting mechanized and anti-aircraft brigades in several regions.
Russia's Defense Ministry announced on May 2 that its forces have taken control of the Myropillia settlement in Ukraine's Sumy region. The statement confirmed the operation was complete. Ukraine has not yet responded.
Russia's Defense Ministry reported capturing the village of Myropillia in Sumy Oblast, allowing it to enlarge a border security zone and strengthen defensive positions. The strategic high ground is expected to help shield Russian territory from long-range Ukrainian strikes. Independent sources confirm the village changed hands after intense combat.
Kursk region Governor Alexander Khinshtein reported that 84 Ukrainian drones were destroyed by Russian air defenses in a 24-hour period. The announcement came via his Telegram channel and represents a significant drone assault on the border area. No details on specific damage or targets have been released.
