May 7, 2026

Russia says Ukraine launched a major drone attack after Moscow shunned ceasefire offer

Russian air defenses shot down 347 Ukrainian drones overnight, Russia's Defense Ministry said Thursday, in what appeared to be a major attack after Moscow spurned Kyiv's ceasefire earlier in the week and tension mounted over safety at Russia's upcoming Victory Day celebrations.

Russia says Ukraine launched a major drone attack after Moscow shunned ceasefire offer

TL;DR

  • Russian air defenses reportedly shot down 347 Ukrainian drones overnight.
  • The Ministry of Defense of Russia announced the interception.
  • This event followed Russia's rejection of a ceasefire offer from Kyiv.
  • Tensions are mounting regarding security for Russia's upcoming Victory Day celebrations.