Russia Hosts 29 Leaders for Victory Day Amid Drone Attacks and Cancellation of 350 Flights

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Published May 7, 2025, 02:12 PM

Russia is set to celebrate the 80th anniversary of Victory Day on May 9, with the Kremlin confirming the attendance of 29 foreign leaders, including the presidents of China, Brazil, and Belarus, and the prime minister of Slovakia.

In the lead-up to the parade, Ukraine has intensified its drone attacks on Russian cities, causing significant disruptions at Russian airports, with 350 flights canceled or delayed. These attacks are perceived as efforts to disrupt the Victory Day celebrations.

In retaliation, Russian President Vladimir Putin has directed the identification of targets in Kyiv for potential Oreshnik ballistic missile strikes, according to Russian media. This directive follows reports of two deaths in Kyiv due to Russian aerial attacks. Putin has also announced a unilateral three-day truce from May 8 to 10, which Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed, calling instead for a 30-day ceasefire.

Amidst these tensions, the Kremlin has assured that it is taking all necessary measures to ensure the parade proceeds smoothly, including limiting mobile internet access in Moscow to prevent disruptions.

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