US EditionUkraine can't ensure safety of Xi Jinping, other leaders in Moscow—Zelensky
- Ukrainian President Zelensky said Kyiv cannot guarantee the safety of Xi Jinping and other leaders attending Moscow's May 9 Victory Day parade in Red Square.
- This statement followed concerns from unnamed countries about attending the event amid Moscow's preparations and Kyiv's warnings of potential provocations blamed on Ukraine.
- Russia alleged that Ukraine intended to carry out an attack aimed at disrupting the parade, while Kremlin spokesperson Peskov downplayed Zelensky's statements, and Medvedev cautioned that any provocations could lead to reprisals.
- Zelensky stated that Kyiv cannot take responsibility for events occurring within Russia, while Medvedev warned that if provocations occur around the Victory Day celebrations, there can be no assurance that May 10 will arrive peacefully in Kyiv.
- The tense exchange highlights escalating security concerns ahead of the 80th anniversary parade marking Nazi Germany's defeat, with Kyiv urging EU officials to show support in Kyiv on May 9 instead.
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Ukraine warns danger in military parade in Russia
Kiev. Ukrainian President Volodymir Zelensky warned yesterday that he cannot guarantee the safety of those attending the Victory Day parade scheduled for next day 9 in Moscow, and dismissed the short-term truces proposed by his Russian counterpart.
Zelensky Threatens World Leaders Ahead of Victory Day Celebrations in Moscow
Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky has warned that Kiev cannot guarantee the safety of world leaders attending the May 9 celebrations in Moscow. He also dismissed Russia’s proposal for a Victory Day ceasefire as a “theatrical production.” Russian President Vladimir Putin earlier announced a unilateral three-day pause in military operations starting May 8 and continuing through the World War II Victory Day celebrations, citing humanitarian reaso…
China's Xi Jinping to make state visit to Russia May 7-10, says Kremlin
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