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Russia and Ukraine Trade Ceasefire Violation Accusations Amid Victory Day Truce

Russia and Ukraine have accused each other of violating a three-day ceasefire agreed for Victory Day celebrations from May 8-10. The Russian Defence Ministry reported 16,071 ceasefire violations by Ukraine in the past 24 hours, prompting retaliatory strikes. Ukraine reported at least one civilian killed and 15 injured in Russian attacks despite the truce. The ceasefire was declared by Russian President Vladimir Putin to mark the 81st anniversary of the Soviet victory in World War II.

Key Points: Russia, Ukraine Accuse Each Other of Ceasefire Violations

  • Russia accuses Ukraine of 16,071 ceasefire violations in 24 hours
  • Ukraine reports one killed, 15 injured in Russian attacks
  • Ceasefire agreed from May 8-10 for Victory Day celebrations
  • Russian forces launch retaliatory strikes
  • Ukraine says Russian forces attacked 60 times on Sunday
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Russia, Ukraine accuse each other of violating 3-day ceasefire

Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of violating a three-day ceasefire during Victory Day celebrations, with reports of casualties and attacks.

"If that happens, it will be the first time in many, many years. They cannot afford military equipment - and they fear drones may buzz over Red Square. - Vladimir Zelensky"

Moscow/Kyiv, May 11 Russia and Ukraine on Sunday accused each other of violating a declared three-day ceasefire.

The Russian Defence Ministry said Sunday that Ukrainian forces committed 16,071 violations of the ceasefire regime in the past 24 hours, Xinhua news agency reported.

Russian forces responded to the ceasefire violations in kind, launching retaliatory strikes against multiple launch rocket system, artillery, and mortar positions, as well as command posts and drone launch sites, the ministry said.

On Saturday, the ministry also reported 8,970 ceasefire violations in multiple regions.

Ukrainian authorities said Sunday that at least one person was killed and 15 others were injured in Russian attacks across Ukraine despite the ceasefire.

The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces said in a statement that Russian forces attacked Ukrainian positions 60 times on Sunday.

Russia and Ukraine on Friday agreed to a three-day ceasefire from Saturday to Monday during the Victory Day celebrations.

Earlier this month, the Russian Ministry of Defence announced on that Russia declares a ceasefire from midnight on May 8 until May 10 in the ongoing conflict with Ukraine, reported local media.

This ceasefire is during the celebrations of the 81st anniversary of the Soviet people's victory in World War II.

"In accordance with the decision of the President of the Russian Federation, Supreme Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin, during the celebration of the 81st anniversary of the Soviet people's victory in the Great Patriotic War, from midnight on May 8 to May 10, the Russian side is declaring a ceasefire," the Ministry said, reported the State owned Russian news agency TASS.

Earlier on May 4, speaking at the 8th European Political Community Summit in Yerevan, Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky said, referring to Russia's Victory Parade on May 9 without any defence equipment, "If that happens, it will be the first time in many, many years. They cannot afford military equipment - and they fear drones may buzz over Red Square."

- IANS

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Sarah B
It's disheartening to see both sides blame each other while civilians suffer. Over 16,000 violations in a day seems hard to believe—either way, the real victims are the people caught in the crossfire. India has always preached dialogue; wish the world listened more.
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Vikram M
Victory Day ceasefire ka toh mazaak bana diya. Agar dono taraf se violations ho rahe hain, toh ceasefire ka matlab kya? Ukraine mein ek maut aur 15 injured—yeh toh koi ceasefire nahi, bas temporary lull hai. Bharat ki tarah, humein neutral rahkar peace talks ko support karna chahiye.
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Michael C
Numbers like 16,071 violations sound like propaganda on both sides. The real story is the human cost—one life lost, 15 injured, and no end in sight. India's stance of avoiding military alliances makes sense now more than ever. We need more diplomacy, less blame game.
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Ananya R
Zelensky's comment about Red Square drones was sharp. But yeh ceasefire toh phir bhi fail ho gaya. Bachche aur buddhe log suffer kar rahe hain, aur duniya sirf accusation sun rahi hai. India ko UN mein awaz uthani chahiye, kyunki silence ka koi fayda nahi. 🌏
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James A
A ceasefire that doesn't hold is worthless. Both Russia and Ukraine need to step back and think about the bigger picture—millions displaced, economies shattered. India might be

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