Ukraine: The Latest
'World first' as sea drone shoots down Russian fighter jet & Putin cancels Victory Day parade in Crimea
May 6, 2025
Ash Bhardwaj, an award-winning journalist and author, shares insights on the dramatic rise of drone warfare in Ukraine, detailing the recent success of a sea drone shooting down a Russian fighter jet. He discusses the Kremlin's anxiety ahead of the Victory Day parade amid escalating drone attacks on Moscow. The conversation also reflects on the complexities of U.S.-Russia relations, national identities in post-Soviet states, and the role of tourism in shaping Ukraine's narrative amidst the ongoing conflict.
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- Ukrainian forces have demonstrated an increasing capability to target deep within Russian territory, causing heightened anxiety in Moscow ahead of the Victory Day parade.
- The political repercussions of the war in Ukraine have manifested in Europe, with significant challenges arising for leaders like Friedrich Merz in Germany.
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Moscow's Drone Attacks and Victory Day Preparations
Moscow faced significant disruptions as it closed all its airports due to a series of Ukrainian drone attacks. Ukrainian forces targeted the capital with multiple drones, forcing Moscow's mayor to announce the destruction of at least 19 drones on their approach. This incident increased the Kremlin’s anxiety ahead of the upcoming Victory Day parade, prompting a demand for a three-day ceasefire and canceling several commemorative events in occupied Crimea. The targeted drone strikes demonstrate Ukraine's capability to strike deep within Russian territory, causing unease about security during the parade attended by high-profile leaders.
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