Event Brief
Russia cuts Victory Day plans as Ukraine reaches deeper
Filed: Apr 30, 2026 at 6:06 AM ET
Summary: Russia is scaling back Victory Day parade plans as Ukrainian drone attacks expand inside Russia.
WHO: Russia
WHAT: Russia reduced the footprint of its annual Victory Day military parade amid increased Ukrainian drone attacks inside Russia.
WHEN: Apr 30, 2026 at 5:00 AM ET
WHERE: Moscow
WHY: Ukrainian drone attacks inside Russia have expanded, prompting Russia to scale back parade plans.
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