Russia Launches Deadly Attack in Ukraine Ahead of Cease-Fire

Russian forces launched an attack on three Ukrainian cities on Tuesday, killing more than 20 people and injuring dozens of others. The attack came after Russia announced a cease-fire timed to Moscow’s Victory Day celebrations on May 9, commemorating the Soviet victory over the Nazis in World War II.

By Alisa Shodiyev Kaff

May 5, 2026