A Foiled Assassination Plot in Ukraine; Russia Marks World War II Victory
May 9, 2024
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Ukraine uncovers a sophisticated spy network linked to Russia trying to assassinate President Zelenskyy. Russia's celebration of WWII victory includes Putin drawing parallels to the war in Ukraine. Families in Russia demand demobilization for civilians caught in prolonged service at the front lines.
Ukraine uncovered a sophisticated network of Russian spies planning to assassinate President Zelenskyy and officials.
Russia connected the victory over Germany in WWII to its involvement in Ukraine, criticizing the West's response.
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Foiled Assassination Plot in Ukraine
Ukraine uncovered a plot allegedly orchestrated by Russia to assassinate President Zelensky and other officials. The network included government protection unit members leaking classified information to Russia. The plan involved kidnapping soldiers close to the president's security team, launching a missile strike, and using drones. Ukrainian authorities released audio evidence of Russian security services offering payment for the completion of the task.
Russia's Victory Day Celebrations and Putin's Speech
Russia marked the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany with a parade in Red Square and a speech by President Putin. Putin connected the historic victory to Russia's current actions in Ukraine, criticizing the West's handling of the situation. Attendees at the celebration honored the Soviet sacrifices during World War II. Putin highlighted Russia's nuclear forces being on alert while acknowledging the country's current challenges and praising those involved in the conflict in Ukraine.
Ukraine uncovers what they say was a sophisticated network of spies working with Russia to kill President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other top officials. And in Russia, during a celebration marking the USSR's victory over Germany in World War II, Russia's president again drew parallels between that fight against fascism and the war in Ukraine. We hear from Russians who attended the event.
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