Conflict's Bloodiest in Europe as Ceasefire Talks Begin
Zelensky asks Washington for details of a proposed May 9 ceasefire discussed by Putin and Trump. Russia marks Victory Day on May 9, and Putin wants ceasefire to coincide with the holiday. Kremlin claims Trump supported the ceasefire proposal. Zelensky emphasizes long-term peace. Russian forces launched drone strikes on Odesa, wounding 20. Ukraine increases strikes against Russian energy and military targets. Conflict is bloodiest in Europe since WWII, with drone strike in Perm