Zelensky calls for tougher Russian sanctions following Kyiv attacks that killed a mother and son.  

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The current situation is as follows:

* Ukraine and Russia are engaged in a conflict, with Russia launching attacks on Ukrainian cities such as Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia.
* The Russian government has announced a three-day ceasefire to mark Victory Day, which will begin at midnight Moscow time (22:00 BST).
* However, Ukraine has dismissed the truce as “theatrical” and attacks have continued in both countries.
* In Kyiv, two people were killed and six others injured, including four children, due to Russian drone and missile strikes.
* In Zaporizhzhia, four people were injured due to Russian drone strikes.
* Moscow’s air defense forces say they repelled 14 drones flying towards the capital overnight, forcing airports to temporarily close for the second night in a row.

The situation is developing, with foreign leaders set to gather in Moscow’s Red Square on Friday for a massive parade commemorating Nazi Germany’s surrender in World War Two.

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