Russia ignores Ukrainian truce counteroffer

Russian drones and missiles hit Kharkiv and Sumy shortly after Ukraine announced a ceasefire, damaging homes and killing a security guard at a kindergarten. Ukrainian officials say the attacks show Moscow is not serious about ending the war. Russia has proposed a separate two-day truce around its May 9 Victory Day parade, warning Kyiv not to interfere.
Where does the war between Russia and Ukraine stand? DW correspondent Nick Connolly reports from Kyiv.

Chapters:
0:24 Russian attacks on Kharkiv and Sumy
1:11 Russia has announced a two-day ceasefire to coincide with a military parade in Moscow
1:49 Kyiv residents support President Zelenskyy’s position
2:55 Nick Connolly: Russia’s ceasefire offer is simply about guaranteeing the optics of Putin’s Victory Day parade
4:30 Russians are annoyed by mobile internet restrictions
6:17 Russia is struggling after Ukraine attacks on oil facilities
7:25 What are the main sticking points between Russia and Ukraine?
7:58 Putin’s demands haven’t changed, he wants Ukraine in a vulnerable state
8:52 Ukrainians hope that they will, with help from Europe, will hold out longest

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