Russian strikes kill civilians in Ukraine hours before competing unilateral ceasefires take effect
Russian drone and missile strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure killed at least five people overnight and wounded dozens more, with later daytime strikes bringing the total to at least 22 dead. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy condemned Russia's 'utter cynicism' for launching attacks while simultaneously announcing a unilateral ceasefire for May 8-9 to cover Victory Day celebrations. Ukraine separately announced its own open-ended ceasefire beginning midnight May 6, with both sides' truces remaining unilateral and uncoordinated.
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This event sits in the top 11% of divergence this week. 11 outlets covered it, splitting into 9 framing camps across 4 bias groups.
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Russian strikes kill 22 in Ukraine before looming ceasefire
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Zelensky slams Russia as strikes kill 5 in Ukraine before announced cease-fire: 'Utter cynicism'
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