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Russia
OPINION: Putin’s Waterloo
The embarrassment around Moscow’s Victory Day parade shows that a cataclysm looms for Vladimir Putin.
May 9, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russia Strikes Ukraine With Drones, Missile Amid Ceasefire Uncertainty
Russian forces attacked Ukraine with an Iskander-M missile and 43 drones, resulting in fatalities in the Chernihiv region as a temporary truce was set to take effect.
May 9, 2026
Europe
Slovakia’s PM Fico Calls Himself EU ‘Black Sheep’ During Moscow Visit
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico defended his visit to Russia for Victory Day, calling himself the EU’s “black sheep” and pushing for dialogue with the Kremlin.
May 9, 2026
Ukraine
CARTOON: May 9 nightmare scenes on Moscow’s Red Square
Serhiy Kolyada’s ironic take on the latest international events.
May 9, 2026
Ukraine
US Efforts to Mediate Russia-Ukraine Peace Stagnate, Rubio Says
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said diplomatic efforts to end the war have hit a standstill, though Washington remains prepared to mediate if circumstances change.
May 9, 2026
Ukraine
OPINION: Unprecedented Wartime Decree: Kyiv Permits Moscow’s Victory Day Parade
Ukraine’s temporary Red Square no-strike order turns Russia’s Victory Day parade into a symbol of Kyiv’s restraint and leverage.
May 9, 2026
Ukraine
Zelensky Orders Red Square Excluded From Target List Ahead of Russia’s Victory Day Parade
Ukraine excluded Red Square from its target list during Russia’s Victory Day parade, citing humanitarian considerations tied to ongoing negotiations.
May 8, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine, Russia Agree on 1,000 POW Exchange and Ceasefire
Ukraine and Russia agreed to swap 1,000 prisoners and a temporary ceasefire.
May 8, 2026
ANALYSIS: Russia’s Air Defense Problems Are Growing
Many Russians have gone into panic mode as they watch Ukrainian drones hit targets in Russia almost at will.
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