- Russia's unilateral ceasefire, declared for its Victory Day celebrations and extended until 10 May, has come into effect despite criticism from Ukraine.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the ceasefire as 'strange and twisted' logic, suggesting Russia intends to celebrate before resuming hostilities.
- This Russian ceasefire follows their disregard for Ukraine's own unilateral ceasefire earlier in the week, which resulted in numerous casualties from Russian strikes.
- Vladimir Putin is scheduled to attend a military parade in Red Square on Saturday, with increased security measures in place due to concerns about potential Ukrainian attacks.
- Russia reported that more than 50 Ukrainian drones were intercepted and downed in the Moscow region between yesterday morning and early this morning.
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