22:13โขZelensky Threatens Victory Day Parade Security
โจThe newspapers report extensively on escalating tensions around Russia's May 9 Victory Day parade. President Zelensky stated he "cannot guarantee security" for international leaders attending as Putin's guests (ANSA, Corriere, Il Giornale, La Stampa, Sky TG24). Approximately 20 countries' leaders are expected, including China's Xi Jinping and Brazil's Lula (ANSA). Russian officials, including Medvedev, responded with threats that if Ukraine provokes incidents, they "won't reach May 10" (La Stampa, Corriere). In other news, Israeli forces are preparing for a "Small Gaza Plan" operation (Il Sole 24 Ore), while a Porsche accident in Brindisi killed three young people (La Repubblica).