Russia and Ukraine Trade Strikes Before Moscow’s Victory Day Parade

The conflict escalates as Russia and Ukraine exchange heavy attacks on Wednesday night ahead of a proposed three-day truce set to begin just two days before a majorRussian-organized parade in Moscow commemorating the end of WWII. Ukrainian drone attacks halted key Russian airports near Moscow, where foreign dignitaries were arriving for the event, while Russian forces suffered casualties, including four children in Kyiv. President Volodymyr Zelensky rejected Russia’s offer, calling it insufficient and suggesting it was a ploy to ease tensions ahead of the parade, as Ukraine promises to keep its 30-day pause if extended.