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Ukraine launched its largest drone raid on Moscow since 2022, with Russian authorities reporting 194 drones downed near the capital. The attack targeted Moscow’s Kapotnya Refinery, caused multiple fires, injured 17 people, led to the closure of Red Square, and revealed failures in Moscow’s warning system.

Vladimir Putin canceled the annual Russia Day event in Moscow’s Red Square after Ukrainian drone strikes targeted key energy infrastructure, causing significant fires.

Russia has canceled its annual Russia Day concert on Moscow’s Red Square for the first time in 23 years, moving the event to a smaller venue and scaling back performers. The decision follows heightened security concerns and a recent wave of Ukrainian drone attacks targeting the Russian capital.

Ukraine's changed tactics have shifted the war's dynamics, leading to a notable shift in attitudes toward Russia. Russia held its annual parade on Red Square without tanks for the first time in nearly 20 years.

The BBC's Russia editor Steve Rosenberg reports on a different Victory Day parade in Moscow, lacking military hardware. The Kremlin normally showcases this hardware to project power internationally. This year's parade felt very different.

The annual Victory Day display in Moscow's Red Square was quieter than usual. The BBC's Russia editor reported on the event. The scaled-back parade took place in Moscow.

Russian President Vladimir Putin declared Russia will always be victorious at a scaled-back Victory Day parade on Red Square, amid heavy security and a three-day ceasefire with Ukraine. The event was held under mounting fears of Ukrainian attacks and growing public fatigue with the war. Putin invoked the sacrifices of World War II to rally support for his soldiers fighting in Ukraine.

Moscow held a Victory Day parade on Red Square with tight security, attended by Putin and several foreign leaders, amid a U.S.-brokered ceasefire easing concerns about Ukrainian disruptions. The event marked a significant occasion under close watch. Security measures were in place to ensure the festivities proceeded smoothly.

Moscow held a Victory Day parade on Red Square with tight security, attended by Putin and several foreign leaders, amid a US-brokered ceasefire easing concerns about Ukrainian disruptions. The event marked a significant occasion under close watch. Security measures were in place to ensure the festivities proceeded without incident.

A three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine has begun, including a suspension of kinetic activity and a swap of 1,000 prisoners from each country. The ceasefire was confirmed by both sides after being announced by Donald Trump on social media. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of releasing prisoners of war.

Russia is preparing reduced Victory Day celebrations as its war in Ukraine enters its fifth year, with fewer foreign dignitaries attending and no military hardware displayed due to security concerns. President Putin is showing signs of paranoia, reportedly working from bunkers and implementing extraordinary security protocols while avoiding his usual residences.

Putin's decision to hold a Red Square parade without military equipment is seen as a sign of potential Ukrainian advantage in the war, according to experts. The absence of military displays during the parade is interpreted as a humiliating move for Russia.

Putin held a Red Square military parade without showcasing any equipment, a move experts suggest indicates Ukraine's potential advantage in the ongoing war.

Russia will hold a scaled-back Victory Day parade in Moscow on 9 May without military hardware for the first time in two decades due to fears of a long-range attack by Ukrainian drones. The defense ministry cited 'the current operational situation' as the reason for omitting armored vehicles and missile systems from the event.