Russian thermobaric drone attacks on Kharkiv intensified overnight, with casualties rising to over 50. Ukrainian military reported 216 combat clashes along the frontline, with Pokrovsk and Novopavlivka sectors experiencing the heaviest fighting.

Morning headlines revealed Zelensky's rejection of Putin's proposed three-day May 9 ceasefire. In a diplomatic development, Trump approved an F-16 maintenance deal for Ukraine while Ukrainian soldiers were announced to participate in Britain's Victory Day parade.

By midday, Ukrainian forces achieved a significant milestone by destroying a Russian Su-30 fighter jet using a Magura marine drone for the first time. Evening brought a second Russian aircraft destruction in occupied Crimea, as confirmed by Zelensky.

Russian drone attacks resumed against Kyiv by night, causing fires and injuries. Throughout the day, Zelensky expressed concerns about being left alone in negotiations with Russia after a potential ceasefire, continuing themes from previous days regarding international support.