Russia has threatened to strike foreign embassies in Kyiv if Ukrainian forces attempt to disrupt Moscow's upcoming Victory Day commemorations. The warning, issued by Russian foreign ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova, follows an earlier vow by the Russian military to launch mass attacks on Kyiv if it failed to observe Russia's unilateral ceasefire scheduled for 8 and 9 May.
Diplomatic Missions Advised to Evacuate
Zakharova advised diplomatic missions to evacuate their personnel from Kyiv, urging countries to take this statement with 'utmost responsibility'. The threat escalates tensions as Ukraine prepares for possible provocations during the commemorative period.
Ceasefire Violations Reported
Ukraine reported that Russia had violated its own unilateral ceasefire a significant 1,820 times by Wednesday morning. This breach undermines Moscow's declared intent to halt hostilities for the Victory Day observances.
Zelensky Condemns Russian Actions
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned Russia's continued attacks as an 'obvious spurning' of a peace opportunity offered by Kyiv. He stated that Ukraine would determine its 'entirely justified responses' to the aggression. The situation remains volatile, with both sides accusing each other of undermining peace efforts.
