The Latest Breaking News from Moscow

Kremlin Accused of Luring Africans Into Ukraine War With Fake Job Offers: Report

A new report has found a growing number of African men say they were promised civilian jobs in Russia, only to find themselves pushed toward the front lines of Moscow's war in Ukraine.

International Business Times · May 5

At least 26 killed in Russian strikes across Ukraine as Zelenskyy denounces Moscow's 'cynicism'

On Monday, Moscow announced a ceasefire during its World War II victory celebrations over 9 May, while Kyiv has said it will halt fire over 6 May.

Euronews · May 5

Russian soldiers rehearse Victory Day parade amid fears of Ukrainian attacks

Russian troops marched through central Moscow during a rehearsal for the upcoming Victory Day parade, which will take place without heavy military equipment.

Euronews · May 5

Armenia hosts a historic European Union summit as the country charts a course away from Russia

Armenia is hosting the first European Union summit in Yerevan

The Independent UK · May 5

Zelensky announces open-ended Ukraine ceasefire ahead of Russian Victory Day

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has proposed an open-ended ceasefire, scheduled to commence at 12am on Wednesday 6 May. This follows Russia's request for a two-day truce on 8-9 May to observe Victory Day, marking the 81st anniversary of Nazi Germany's defeat. Mr Zelensky initially dismissed Moscow's request as “not serious”…

The Independent UK · May 5

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Ukrainian ceasefire enters effect after day of deadly Russian strikes

Worst Russian strikes of the year throughout eastern Ukraine kill 27 people in hours leading up to Kyiv's ceasefire

The Independent UK · May 5

Ukraine, Russia announce separate ceasefires ahead of Moscow’s Victory Day

Ukraine announced a ceasefire starting May 5-6, prioritizing human life over Victory Day commemorations, with President Zelenskyy criticizing Russia's focus on parades. Russia, however, declared its own truce from May 8-9, coinciding with WWII Victory Day, and warned of massive retaliation if Kyiv disrupts their celebrations.

The Times of India · May 5

Armenia tests Moscow’s patience with Zelenskyy visit and EU leaders’ summit

One month before the highly anticipated parliamentary elections, Armenia’s Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan set out the country’s foreign policy trajectory with striking clarity, hosting European leaders, the NATO secretary general, and even Ukraine’s president.

Euronews · May 4

Ukraine strikes Moscow high-rise days before Russia’s military parade

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The Independent UK · May 4

Drone strikes Moscow building just days before Russia's Victory Day parade

Just days before Russia’s Victory Day parade, a drone reportedly hit a high-rise residential building in Moscow, just kilometres away from the Kremlin.

Euronews · May 4