The attacks came a day before a Russian-proposed cease-fire was to take effect and as Moscow prepared to welcome foreign dignitaries for a parade.

Ukraine has called the Kremlin’s ceasefire a ruse by Russian president Vladimir Putin to create the impression he wants to end the war, which began when Russia invaded its neighbouring country in February 2022. Mr Zelensky said Russia had given no response to the 30-day offer except for new strikes.

As Russian President Vladimir Putin prepares for his heavily choreographed May 9 “Victory Day” military parade, he’s been clear who’s at the top of his guest list: Xi Jinping.

Cities from London to Moscow will be awash with parades, flyovers and memorials this week as the world marks the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day — the day Nazi Germany surrendered to Allied

Hundreds of people turned out for Lancashire's VE Day celebrations, including three generations of the same family in 1940s dress Hundreds of people have taken part in a parade in Lancashire to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day.